Conclusion

The changes brought about in Lowell by the vision of the mill owners were powerful and exciting. Lowell was a city that reflected the beginnings of American industry and American workers. The city grew in population and popularity. It soon became known as a major industrial city. From the girls leaving their farmland, to people coming from different countries, Lowell became an area full of diversity. It represents a transition in American history--the shift from a rural society to an industrial society. Is Lowell really any different today? Does immigration continue to play a large role in Lowell and its government? In what ways does Lowell's cultural diversity continue to affect people?s lives today?