Hands-On History: Weaving & Engineering
Schedule
Sat Aug 08 2026 at 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
115 John Street, Lowell, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01852 | Lowell, MA
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Saturday, August 8, 2026, 1PM-4PMHands-On History: Weaving & Engineering
"Hands-On History at the Tsongas Industrial History Center"
Saturday, August 8th from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Drop in!)
Experience history by doing!
Lowell National Historical Park and the Tsongas Industrial History Center are excited to welcome you for “Hands-On History” — part of the City of Lowell’s Bicentennial celebrations and the Tsongas Industrial History Center’s 35th anniversary!
"Hands-On History" takes place the 2nd Saturday of each month through October.
3rd Floor, Boott Cotton Mills Museum (115 John St., Lowell, MA)
This month’s activities include:
Weaving on a hand loom and taking on a fun engineering challenge inspired by the innovations of the Industrial Revolution.
These free, drop-in workshops are appropriate for all ages.
Explore our educational workshop spaces at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum and discover how the Industrial Revolution shaped life then and now. Whether you’re a returning visitor or brand new to history, there’s something hands-on for everyone.
Questions: Call 978-970-5080 or email: [email protected]
(If you can't make it this month, look for our future events on the 2nd Saturday of every month until October.)
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