Methuen played a significant role in this country's industrial revolution, which began in the Merrimack Valley. In the mid-to late-19th century, mills along the Spicket River and Spicket Falls produced hats, shoes and textiles. Legacies of industrial wealth are seen today not only in the mill buildings, but also in the estate and civic architecture of Methuen's millionaires, the Searles, Tenney and Nevins families. The granite walls and turrets extending through central Methuen are prominent community features and monuments to the millionaire benefactors as well as to the immigrant laborers who built them 100 years ago.

Methuen’s attractions include the Memorial Music Hall, which features the first concert organ in the United States. The Organ Hall hosts a Wednesday evening recital series during the summer months and sponsors special event concerts throughout the year.

Methuen is home to companies that include Colombo Yogurt, McKesson, MicroTouch, Nabisco and Parlex. The Loop is a new retail and entertainment complex conveniently located just off Route 213, minutes from Interstate Routes 93 and 495.

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Mass. Department of Revenue “At A Glance” report for Methuen

U.S. Census Demographic Data

Official City of Methuen Web site

Methuen Public Schools

Greater Lawrence Technical School

Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce

Methuen Board of Trade