5.0Putnam Street Lanes(4 reviews) - Oldest bowling alley in the USA? Monday: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM Bowling Alleys The Putnam Lanes bowling alley, at the top of a long staircase on the second floor, may be the oldest bowling alley, according to a researcher at the Fitchburg Historical Society. Or maybe the oldest candlepin bowling alley? Not sure. In any event, this is inexpensive family entertainment. I wish they'd made more of an effort to retain their historic charm, but it's cluttered appearance has its own charm.See more..