1941 Map of Lowell

About this map

The Merrimack River powers the industrial heart of this region, flowing past the dense urban grids of Centraville, Belvidere, and the Highlands. During this era, the river's utility is anchored by the Pawtucket Dam and the nearby Water Works, which supported a growing population served by institutions like the State Teachers College, Keith Academy, and Rogers Hall. Beyond the urban core, the landscape transitions into the hills of Dracut and Tewksbury, where smaller settlements like Collinsville and Varnumtown sit alongside older family landmarks.