About Lowell

The City of Lowell (www.lowell.org ) is the fourth largest city in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and located just 20 miles Northwest of Boston.

When you arrive in Lowell, you will sense an excitement about all things cultural. As you walk along our cobblestone streets, you’ll see art galleries, studio lofts, public art, gourmet restaurants, boutique stores, coffee shops, and more. The city is further complemented by 2 1/2 miles of trolley tracks, canal boat tours, and several museums.

Lowell is rich in history. Known as the birthplace of America’s Industrial Revolution, it’s no wonder that Lowell's National Park, the nation’s only urban park, attracts visitors from all over the world. The park also sponsors the Lowell Folk Festival, the largest free folk festival in the country, and the Lowell Summer Music Series, our outdoor summer concert series. Lowell is also the birthplace to famous beat author Jack Kerouac; artist James McNeil Whistler; entertainers Michael Chiklis, Ed McMahon, Olympia Dukakis, Betty Davis and boxer Micky Ward.

Lowell is big on events and entertainment. Lowell is home to the Merrimack Repertory Theatre, which is one of the few self-sustaining repertory theater groups in the northeast. And the 3200-seat Lowell Auditorium hosts many of the country's best comedians, musicians and Broadway shows. The Paul E. Tsongas Arena which seats 7500 is home to our minor league hockey team, the Lowell LockMonsters, and serves as great venue for international sporting events and pop concerts. Lowell is also home to the Lowell Spinners, the single A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox.

Lowell’s strategic location at the intersections of Routes 495, 93 and 3, provides excellent access to all points of interest in Massachusetts as well as New Hampshire and Maine. Commuter rail also provides an easy 40-minute ride to Boston's North Station.

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