Doors Open Lowell

Doors Open Lowell See a different side of Lowell...the inside! The event provides an inside look at many of Lowell’s historic buildings, many not normally open to the public.

Celebrating its 16th anniversary this year May 18-20, 2017, Doors Open Lowell is the community’s signature preservation, architecture, and design event. Presented as part of National Preservation Month, it’s a celebration of urban living and culture where people and preservation have made Lowell a creative and exciting place to live, work, and visit. Doors Open events happen annually in over 47 co

untries and Lowell was the first city in the United States to launch this prestigious event dedicated to built heritage, architecture, and design in 2002. About this page:

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If you're in the Milwaukee area this September, check out another great Doors Open event! Doors Open Milwaukee is takin...
08/28/2026

If you're in the Milwaukee area this September, check out another great Doors Open event! Doors Open Milwaukee is taking place September 26 and 27 and you can learn more at doorsopenmilwaukee.org.

Save the Date! From historic landmarks and civic buildings to hidden gems, Doors Open Milwaukee invites visitors to explore the places that shape our city. Returning September 26–27, 2026, Historic Milwaukee’s 16th annual free citywide event will open more than 180 sites across Milwaukee.

We’re also proud to welcome the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee as our 2026 presenting sponsor. UW-Milwaukee will offer its largest Doors Open experience yet, with nearly 40 locations to explore. The full roster of sites will be announced on Sept. 1.

Doors Open Ticketed Tours - Tickets go on sale to Historic Milwaukee members Sept. 2 and to the general public Sept. 9 at 10 am.

For more information go to doorsopenmilwaukee.org

Historic Milwaukee, Inc. University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

Congratulations! And nice to see Doors Open Lowell mentioned as part of this well-deserved honor. We can't wait until ...
08/11/2026

Congratulations! And nice to see Doors Open Lowell mentioned as part of this well-deserved honor. We can't wait until Doors Open Lowell 2027.

That's a wrap for Doors Open Lowell 2026. Thanks to our sponsors, everyone who opened their buildings, and all who helpe...
05/09/2026

That's a wrap for Doors Open Lowell 2026. Thanks to our sponsors, everyone who opened their buildings, and all who helped make the event happen.

Our attendance winner for this year was Tremont Yard who saw 717 visitors between 1-4pm.

Despite the off and on showers, we saw many people out and about at the various sites, including many families, sporting their blue event stickers. It was one of most well attended Doors Open Lowells ever! We hope everyone had fun being a Lowell "insider" today and let us know what your favorite building was you visited.

See you in 2027!

One hour to go until all Doors Open Lowell sites close. Several sites including the Spalding House open until 4pm.
05/09/2026

One hour to go until all Doors Open Lowell sites close. Several sites including the Spalding House open until 4pm.

The afternoon has started off strong as 378 people have visited Tremont Yard in the first hour between 1-2pm. It's open...
05/09/2026

The afternoon has started off strong as 378 people have visited Tremont Yard in the first hour between 1-2pm. It's open until 4pm and you'll have to wait until Doors Open Lowell next May to get another chance to see it so don't miss out!

Our 10am-1pm sites are about to close and we're thrilled with all the visitors we've seen so far today despite the rain....
05/09/2026

Our 10am-1pm sites are about to close and we're thrilled with all the visitors we've seen so far today despite the rain. Some sites are open all day from 10am-4pm and 11am-3pm so be sure to check your program guide.

Among the seven sites open from 1-4pm today is the former Kirk Street School at 37 Kirk Street that has recently been converted into apartments. Be sure to check it out.

If you haven't gotten your program guide yet, pick one up along with your event sticker at the Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center.

It's noon which means it's lunchtime. Be sure to stop by one of our inaugural Doors Open Lowell Restaurant Partners for...
05/09/2026

It's noon which means it's lunchtime. Be sure to stop by one of our inaugural Doors Open Lowell Restaurant Partners for lunch or dinner when wearing your blue Doors Open Lowell event sticker and receive a special offer of their choosing. Please note that participating restaurants reserve the right to limit their offer and all offers are subject to change.

El Potro at 124 Merrimack Street will be offering 15% off the food portion of your bill, one per party.

Cobblestones of Lowell at 91 Dutton Street will offer a “Complimentary gift from the Chef” (beignets), valid one per party.

Fuse Bistro at 45 Palmer Street will offer half off an appetizer, valid one per party.

Athenian Corner at 207 Market Street will offer a 18.26% discount on the food portion of your bill in honor of Lowell’s bicentennial this year, valid one per party.

Charr’d Grille at The Worthen House will offer 10% off an appetizer, valid one per party.

And while not a restaurant, enjoy 10% off your purchase at the Lowell General Store at 53 Market Street.

Another of our new sites, The Center for Lowell History, is open until 3pm today at 40 French Street. Check out their v...
05/09/2026

Another of our new sites, The Center for Lowell History, is open until 3pm today at 40 French Street. Check out their various collections and exhibits they have on display.

One of our new sites this year, the Hildreth Building, is open from 10am to 1pm today. Check out its recent rehabilitat...
05/09/2026

One of our new sites this year, the Hildreth Building, is open from 10am to 1pm today. Check out its recent rehabilitation and conversion into apartments. And also be sure to visit the Hive Public Market on the first floor which is open from 11am to 6pm today.

Please note that you need to enter from the rear at 105 Paige Street.

Our handy shuttle bus is ready to get you to several Doors Open Lowell sites today on a rolling basis between 10am to 4p...
05/09/2026

Our handy shuttle bus is ready to get you to several Doors Open Lowell sites today on a rolling basis between 10am to 4pm. You can catch it at the Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center on Market Street.

Between 10am to 1pm, you can get from the Visitor Center to First United Baptist Church and St. Patrick Church. Between 1 to 4pm, stops include the Visitor Center, Kirk Street School, Tremont Yard, Stone House, Spalding House, and Transfiguration Church.

23 sites are open from 10-4 at various times so check our website at www.doorsopenlowell.org for the schedule and a variety of XTRA activities throughout the day. If you haven't gotten your program guide yet, pick one up along with your event sticker at the Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center.

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Lowell Heritage Partnership P. O. Box 8744
Lowell, MA
01853

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