Frances Perkins National Monument
Designation: National Monument
Location: Maine
📘 Park Overview
Known as the first woman to hold a presidential cabinet position and the “Woman behind the New Deal,” Frances Perkins championed many labor rights that Americans enjoy today, including safety standards, Social Security, and shorter workweeks. Her impressive career and accomplishments, including as Secretary of Labor, opened the door for other women to hold high government positions.
🌤 Weather Information
Spring: Temperatures usually range from 40 F to 70 F. Snow or rain is common. Summer: Temperatures usually range from 70 F to 100 F. Rain and sun are equally common. On very sunny days, be prepared to bring plenty of water - heat exhaustion is a common complaint among park visitors who are unprepared. Fall: Temperatures usually range from 40 F to 70 F. Fall foliage is at its peak around late September. Winter: Temperatures range from -30 F to -10 F. Be prepared with cold weather gear.
🚗 Directions
The park is only accessible by car. If using a GPS device for directions, use the park’s physical address: 478 River Road; Newcastle, Maine, 04553. From US Route 1 traveling either direction, exit onto the Snead Spur in Newcastle; turn right onto River Road and follow for about 1.5 miles. The park is on the left before the intersection of Castlewood Road.
Images
A profile view of the Frances Perkins Homestead
Credit: DOI Photo
On the Homestead Trail
Credit: NPS Photo
Approach to the Frances Perkins Homestead
Credit: NPS Photo/Kari Herer
Inside the Homestead Barn
Credit: NPS Photo
Inside the Perkins Homestead
Credit: NPS Photo/Kari Herer
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Entrance Fees
No entrance fees listed.
Entrance Passes
No entrance passes listed.
3-Day Weather Forecast
Friday, Apr 10
Sunny
High: 51.3°F | Low: 35.8°F
Humidity: 72%
Wind: 15 mph
Rain Chance: 0%
UV Index: 1.4
Sunrise: 06:03 AM
Sunset: 07:16 PM
Moon: Last Quarter (52%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 38.4°F
Cloud Cover: 0%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Saturday, Apr 11
Patchy rain nearby
High: 49.8°F | Low: 37°F
Humidity: 64%
Wind: 17.4 mph
Rain Chance: 74%
UV Index: 1.3
Sunrise: 06:02 AM
Sunset: 07:17 PM
Moon: Waning Crescent (42%)
Visibility: 5 mi
Dew Point: 37.1°F
Cloud Cover: 74%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Sunday, Apr 12
Patchy rain nearby
High: 47.3°F | Low: 37.9°F
Humidity: 56%
Wind: 13.6 mph
Rain Chance: 76%
UV Index: 1.3
Sunrise: 06:00 AM
Sunset: 07:19 PM
Moon: Waning Crescent (33%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 32.9°F
Cloud Cover: 76%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Park Alerts
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
478 River Road
Newcastle, ME 04553
🏤 Mailing Address:
478 River Road
Newcastle, ME 04553
📞 Voice Phone: 207-385-6393
✉️ Email: FRPE_superintendent@nps.gov