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About the Park
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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What to See & Do
Walk the Trails
Walk the same trails that Frances Perkins did for a respite and inspiration throughout her extraordinary life and career.
Getting Here & Transit
How to Get Here
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.
Operating Hours
Frances Perkins National Monument
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.
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Photos
A moss-lined trail continues ahead through tall green pine trees.
A sandy brown driveway curves through green grass towards the two story-red brick homestead and grey
The sun shines upon wooden wagon wheels and other antique farm implements lining the rustic hewn wal
Two white sofa chairs stand in front of two windows in a room with red walls and a portait of Perkin
When to Go
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Best Time
May-September
Trip Length
1 day
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