American Textile History Museum, Lowell

Name: American Textile History Museum
Address: 491 Dutton St, Lowell, 01854-4289, United States
Telephone: +1 978-441-0400

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The American Textile History Museum, located in Lowell, Massachusetts, was founded as the Merrimack Valley Textile Museum in North Andover, Massachusetts in 1960 by Caroline Stevens Rogers. ATHM told America’s story through the art, science, and history of textiles. In June 2016, the museum closed. ()

Established: January 1960 (64 years ago)Coordinates: 42°38'31"N, 71°19'0"W

Address

491 Dutton StLowell (The Acre)Lowell 01854-4289 United States

Contact

+1 978-441-0400

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Day trips

American Textile History Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is American Textile History Museum open?

American Textile History Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday 10 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to American Textile History Museum?

Nearby attractions include Dutton Real Estate, Lowell (1 min walk), Whistler House Museum of Art, Lowell (6 min walk), Merrimack Canal, Lowell (7 min walk), St. Patrick's Church, Lowell (7 min walk).

How to get to American Textile History Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to American Textile History Museum:

Tram

Swamp Locks • Lines: Lowell National Park Trolley (2 min walk)
Visitor Center • Lines: Lowell National Park Trolley (8 min walk)

Bus

Market Basket/Senior Center • Lines: 6, 9 (7 min walk)
Chelmsford St and Westford St • Lines: 5 (8 min walk)

Train

Lowell (10 min walk)