Located northeast of Boston, Lynn is one of the oldest communities in New England, the origins date back to 1629. Hiking, rock climbing, and cross-country skiing are all possible options at the Lynn Woods Reservation.
The Lynn Heritage State Park is a tribute to the industrial and cultural history of the city. The Visitors Center, housed in an early 1900's brick building, allows visitors to learn about the shoe making industry in the 1800's. The Waterfron Park provides a pleasant outdoor space with boardwalks and benches. The boardwalk in Lynn Heritage State Park features a mosaic mural on Lynn's history.
Hours:
12pm-4pm; Closed: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
The Lynn Museum, housed in an 1900's brick building, highlights Lynn's industrial past as the world's largest producer of shoes as well as fostering an appreciation of Lynn through its textiles, paintings, photographs and historical artifacts. The museum also features changing exhibits, hands-on learning and informative lectures.
Address: Lynn Museum and Historical Society, 590 Washington Street, Lynn, MA 01901, United States
Phone: 1 (781) 581-6200, Fax: 1 (781) 581-6202
Hours:
12pm-4pm; Thu:12pm-6pm; Closed: Sun, Mon
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.