The City of Lowell is the fourth largest city in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Its strategic location provides excellent access to all points of interest in Massachusetts as well as New Hampshire and Maine. Lowell's National Park is known as one of the greatest tributes to the Industrial Revolution and the textile industry that boomed in New England in the nineteenth century. The rehabilitated mill buildings are further complemented by 2 1/2 miles of trolley tracks, canal boat tours, and several museums.The 3200-seat Lowell Auditorium hosts many of the country's best performers at affordable prices. The Merrimack Repertory Theatre, is one of the few self-sustaining repertory theater groups in the northeast.This planned urban community is built around the Merrimack River and its diverse canal system, which provided power to the early manufacturers. Today these water amenities add to the character of the city. Special events of the year include a folk festival, known as the best in New England and draws over 200,000 people annually, Riverfest, First Night, and Fourth of July fireworks.