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.
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Frances Perkins National Monument
- LocationNewcastle, ME
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
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Weather now64°F Overcast
- Alerts 1 active alert
Overview
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Park ClosureFor Current Visitor Information For the most up to date information on Frances Perkins National Monument, please visit the website for the Frances Perki… Read more
For the most up to date information on Frances Perkins National Monument, please visit the website for the Frances Perkins Center at francesperkinscenter.org.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Daily, Sunrise to Sunset · Frances Perkins National Monument
Hours details
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Frances Perkins National MonumentDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
The historic buildings of the homestead are currently closed until summer of 2025, including the Perkins’ family ancestral home known as the “Brick House”. The grounds are open from sunrise to sunset daily year-round.
Monday Sunrise to Sunset Tuesday Sunrise to Sunset Wednesday Sunrise to Sunset Thursday Sunrise to Sunset Friday Sunrise to Sunset Saturday Sunrise to Sunset Sunday Sunrise to Sunset
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Weather
64°F
Overcast · feels like 59°
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Today
66° 55°
Sunny20% rain -
Tomorrow
76° 63°
Overcast25% rain
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Saturday
66° 49°
Sunny6% rain
Updated 3 hr ago
What to expect by season
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.
Contact the park
Photos
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Inside the Homestead Barn — NPS Photo -
Getting There
Newcastle, ME 04553
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.
Full directions
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.
Mailing address: 478 River Road, Newcastle, ME 04553
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