Arvada maintains a business friendly climate, hometown environment, safe neighborhoods, citizen volunteerism, economic opportunities, historical significance and pride in the community. Arvada's legacy is rich with historical significance. Historic Olde Town Arvada is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Arvada recognizes and protects the character and charm of its past by investing in restoration efforts. Arvada prides itself on its award-winning parks and trail system which links downtown to the foothills. The award-winning Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities is a diverse, year-round facility for professional theatre, concerts, art exhibitions, and arts and humanities classes for all ages. The Center also features a history museum and includes a 7,000 sq. ft. banquet and meeting facility. Red Rocks Community College Arvada Campus is convenient to residents and employees who desire to continue their education. Arvada is just 14 miles from the University of Colorado at Boulder and 7 miles from the Colorado School of Mines. Arvada continues to record one of the lowest crime rates in the Denver Metropolitan area, and was recently named the 12th safest city of over 75,000 residents in America by Morgan Quitno Press. Source: Arvada Economic Development Association 2002 Economic Profile