by Brian Bradbury
Lowell — The Revolutionary Valley Regional Tourism Council (RTC) proudly celebrated the grand opening of the Revolutionary Valley Visitor Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on October 29, 2025, at 115 Merrimack Street in the heart of downtown Lowell.
The event brought together local leaders, partners, and community members to mark this meaningful milestone for the region. The ribbon cutting was led by Lowell Vice Mayor Paul Ratha Yem, who delivered a special citation of congratulations on behalf of Lowell Mayor Dan Rourke. Guests included members of the Revolutionary Valley RTC Board of Directors; Julie Arrison-Bishop, Director of Marketing for the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism; Nancy Gardella, Executive Director of the North of Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau; and many other community leaders and supporters. Revolutionary Valley Executive Director Brian Bradbury spoke about the region’s evolving story and the collective effort behind the new space.
“This center is more than an information hub — it’s a home base for connection,” said Christa Lamb, Director of Media and Communications for the Revolutionary Valley RTC. “As travel continues to change around the world, our focus is on community — creating a welcoming space where visitors and residents alike can feel seen, supported, and inspired to explore everything the Revolutionary Valley has to offer.”
The Revolutionary Valley Visitor Center is a volunteer-staffed hub that offers visitors a place to discover all the region has to offer — from the revolutionary heritage of Lexington and Concord to the vibrant arts, culture, and food scenes found across the Valley. Guests can stop in for free maps, regional guides, and travel inspiration while learning about local events, trails, and attractions.
Located at 115 Merrimack Street, the center sits in the heart of downtown Lowell, surrounded by historic architecture, shops, and restaurants — perfectly positioned to introduce visitors to the spirit of the Revolutionary Valley.
The October 29 ribbon cutting marked not only the opening of the new center but also a new chapter in how the region connects with travelers and its own communities.
As global tourism continues to evolve, the Revolutionary Valley RTC sees local engagement, storytelling, and care as central to making the region a place where people feel welcome and safe to explore.
Hours of Operation:
Spring–Summer: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week
Fall–Winter: Limited hours
Location: Revolutionary Valley Visitor Center, 115 Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA
Website: RevolutionaryValley.org
Contact: info@revolutionaryvalley.org
2 responses to “Revolutionary Valley Visitor Center Officially Opens in Downtown Lowell”
Revolutionary Valley – what am I missing? Lowell did not exist at the time of the American Revolution and Merrimack Street looks as different as it possibly can from the Revolutionary War sites of Lexington and Concord way back in the 1700s and today. Why would somebody travel to downtown Lowell who wanted to visit Concord?
Hey Bob! I believe they are referring to both the American Revolution as well as the Industrial Revolution.
From the website merrimackvalley.org:
“This is a region rich in Revolutionary history, from the American Revolution that began in Lexington and Concord to the Industrial Revolution in Lowell, and all of major movements that shaped our nation, including the Literary revolution of Emerson, Alcott, & Thoreau, carried forward by Poe and Kerouac, to the cultural revolution, music revolution, agricultural revolution, art revolution, technological and Innovation revolution, and so much more.”