NRHP Reference # 89001608 Opened 1883 | Built 1883 Designated CP June 5, 1978 Added to NRHP 12 October 1989 | |
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Part of Lowell National Historical Park (#78003149) Similar DeCordova Museum and Scul, Lowell Cemetery, Lowell Memorial Auditorium, Middlesex Canal, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox | ||
Howe building
The Howe Building is a historic commercial building at 208 Middlesex Street in downtown Lowell, Massachusetts. The four story brick building was built in 1883, and is one of the city's finest Queen Anne commercial buildings. Its architecturally prominent features include a mansard roof (unusual for the style and period), and a large central stepped gable with an arched window at the center. It was built by John F. and Henry C. Howe, brothers who were heavily involved in the commercial development of downtown Lowell who also sat on the city council.
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The building is currently houses several establishments, including offices of Middlesex Community College and the Lowell Sun.
The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.