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Description The mechanized production of textiles in 19th century Lowell revolutionized both the industry and the way that people worked. This program investigates both the changes in technology and the changing role of workers. Activities Include:
- Weaving cloth on four-harness hand looms;
- Participating in an activity that visually demonstrates how changes in textile technology increased the work load of the weavers;
- Visiting both the Boott Cotton Mills Museum and the restored "mill girl" boardinghouse.
Scheduling
and Reservations Bale to Bolt is offered September through June.
2008-2009
Guided School Program Fees: $195
Programs may be reserved as of May 1, 2008 for dates during the 2008-2009 school
year by calling Lowell National Historical Park at 978-970-5000. Please
see our curriculum pages
for information about our curriculum packets with pre- and post-visit activities.
Tsongas Center has been approved for PASS Program funding support. Contact your
local cultural council for information on the PASS program. Resources Download
the Bale to Bolt Activity Guide. (140kb PDF Document 16 pages) | 
