DRACUT MA FACTOID:

Dracut is bordered by Tyngsboro to the west, the city of Lowell to the south, Methuen to the east, and Pelham, New Hampshire, to the north. Tewksbury and Andover border the town to the southeast, but are inaccessible across the Merrimack River.

There has been intense modern development in Dracut with suburban residential pressures from Lowell. Twice in the 19th century, Lowell annexed large sections of Dracut into its borders. However, some rural landscapes remain intact, as do some handsome historic houses. One of the better known is the 290 year old Colburn/Cutter House, with its massive beams, huge center chimney and fireplaces. The building, dating back from about 1717, has served as the site of the annual Dracut Craft Fair. As well, Dracut holds an annual Old Home Day every September since 2001.