Jack Kerouac’s Lowell Self Guided Walking Tour

Our tour will start at the Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center, pass by the places that shaped Kerouac’s childhood, inspired his writing, and welcomed the wild energy of the Beat Generation. You’ll get a chance to see his park, his typewriter, the mill his parents worked at, the high school he played football, the library he often frequented and the bar he spent much of his time writing stories. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour is hands free, and plays as you walk.

1. 1

   Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center

   10 min

   The tour starts outside the Lowell National Historical Park Visitor Center where you'll hear the history of the city and the link to Jack Kerouac. Then you'll be guided step by step through Lowell discover the story of the beat generation.,

2. 2

   Stop 2

   5 min

   The cafe has links to Jack Kerouac and Edgar Allan Poe. Discover it's history then get a chance to grab a meal where Jack sat.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   5 min

   The park named after the man, see the park and hear his story.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   5 min

   What item of Jack his housed here? Take the tour to find out and hear his story.

5. 5

   Pollard Memorial Library

   5 min

   You'll stop by the Pollard Memorial Library and hear about Jack's link here.

6. 6

   Lowell

   30 min

   You'll explore the street of Lowell, see sites linked to Jack Kerouac, and discover the story of the Beat Generation.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.