Washington Square Historic District, Lowell

Name: Washington Square Historic District
Address: Lowell, United States

#52 among attractions in Lowell

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The Washington Square Historic District of Lowell, Massachusetts encompasses a historic subdivision laid out in 1832. The focal point of the subdivision is Kittridge Park, which lies on the eastern side of the district and was an original part of the subdivision plan developed by the Nesmith Brothers. It was the first significant residential subdivision in the city aimed at a wealthier clientele, and was designed by landscape architect Alexander Wadsworth. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982, and expanded slightly in 1999. ()

Coordinates: 42°38'35"N, 71°17'54"W

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Lowell (Lower Belvidere)Lowell United States

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Washington Square Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Edward A. LeLacheur Park, New England Quilt Museum, Boott Mills, Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell.

1.2 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Edward A. LeLacheur Park, Lowell
32 min walk • Nestled along the banks of the Merrimack River, Edward A. LeLacheur Park is a beloved stadium located in Lowell, Massachusetts. This modern ballpark, which opened its doors in 1998, has become an integral part of the city's cultural and sports landscape, offering...
0.7 miW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
New England Quilt Museum, Lowell
19 min walk • Nestled in the historic city of Lowell, Massachusetts, the New England Quilt Museum serves as a vibrant center for the celebration of the art of quilting. This specialized art institute is a haven for textile enthusiasts and art lovers alike, offering an intimate look...
0.6 miNW
Museum, Fashion museum, History museum
Boott Mills, Lowell
15 min walk • The Boott Mills in Lowell, Massachusetts were a part of an extensive group of cotton mills, built in 1835 alongside a power canal system in this important cotton town. Their founder was Kirk Boott, one of the early mill owners in Lowell.
0.9 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Hockey
Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell, Lowell
24 min walk • The Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell is a multi-purpose facility owned by the University of Massachusetts Lowell and located in Lowell, Massachusetts.
0.7 miW
Museum, Fashion museum, National park
Lowell National Historical Park, Lowell
17 min walk • Lowell National Historical Park is a National Historical Park of the United States located in Lowell, Massachusetts.
1.3 miSE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Cawley Memorial Stadium, Lowell
33 min walk • Cawley Memorial Stadium is a 6,000-seat multipurpose stadium in Lowell, Massachusetts primarily used for football, soccer, field hockey, track and field and lacrosse.
~1720 ftNW
Concerts and shows, Concert hall, Entertainment
Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell
9 min walk • The Lowell Memorial Auditorium is an indoor auditorium in downtown Lowell, Massachusetts, in the United States. It is dedicated to local veterans of war. The 2,800-seat venue was built in 1922 by the architectural firm of Blackall, Clapp & Whittemore.
0.9 miW
Museum, Art museum, Historical place
Whistler House Museum of Art, Lowell
23 min walk • The Whistler House Museum of Art is the birthplace of painter and etcher James McNeill Whistler. It is located at 243 Worthen Street, Lowell, Massachusetts, USA, and is open as a museum displaying works from the museum collection and shows by artist members.
0.5 miW
Canal
Pawtucket Canal, Lowell
13 min walk • Completed in 1796, the Pawtucket Canal was originally built as a transportation canal to circumvent the Pawtucket Falls of the Merrimack River in East Chelmsford, Massachusetts.
~1200 ftS
Church
Holy Trinity Parish, Lowell
6 min walk • Holy Trinity Parish - designated for Polish immigrants in Lowell, Massachusetts, United States. Founded in 1904. It is one of the Polish-American Roman Catholic parishes in New England in the Archdiocese of Boston.
0.7 miW
Museum, Specialty museum
National Streetcar Museum, Lowell
20 min walk • The National Streetcar Museum is a streetcar museum and heritage railway located in Lowell, Massachusetts. It is owned by the New England Electric Railway Historical Society, which also operates the Seashore Trolley Museum, and is operated as part of the National Park Service's Lowell National Historical Park.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Washington Square Historic District?

Nearby attractions include Holy Trinity Parish, Lowell (6 min walk), Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Lowell (9 min walk), Colburn School, Lowell (10 min walk), F. Bradford Morse Federal Building, Lowell (11 min walk).

How to get to Washington Square Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Washington Square Historic District:

Bus

Father Norton Manor • Lines: 9 (4 min walk)
Church St and Lawrence St • Lines: 3 (9 min walk)

Tram

Lower Locks • Lines: Lowell National Park Trolley (12 min walk)
Boott Mills • Lines: Lowell National Park Trolley (15 min walk)

Train

Lowell (25 min walk)