Lowell mills

The Lowell Mills, located in Lowell, Massachusetts, were a group of early 19th-century textile factories that revolutionized American manufacturing. They employed mainly young women and teenagers, offering a centralized, organized environment for producing cloth using water-powered machinery. While the mills boosted industry and economy, they also raised concerns about harsh working conditions, long hours, and low pay. The Lowell Mills symbolize early industrialization in the U.S. and played a significant role in shaping labor rights and labor movements. They remain an important part of American industrial history.