Peter McDowell is an American politician who represented the 4th Barnstable District in the Massachusetts House of Representatives from 1975 to 1979.^[1] He was a candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts in 1978. He lost to William I. Cowin in the Republican primary. McDowell also held office in Dennis, Massachusetts. He served on the Planning Board and was Town Moderator and town Auditor.^[1]

Peter McDowell
Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from the 4th Barnstable District
In office 1975–1979
Preceded by	District created
Succeeded by	District eliminated
Personal details
Born	(1938-06-05) June 5, 1938 (age 85) Hyannis, Massachusetts
Political party	Republican
Alma mater	General Motors Institute
Occupation	Builder-Relator Politician