1980s/90s

Image Credit: James Higgins

The community’s revitalization continued to expand with a number of Lowell-unique experiences including the founding of the Lowell Folk Festival, New England Quilt Museum, Tsongas Industrial History Center, Merrimack Repertory Theater, and more continued to make Lowell a tourist destination.  Both the Tsongas Arena and LeLacheur Ballpark are constructed.