About Frances Perkins National Monument
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.
Plan a Visit
Core visitor information on this page is sourced from the National Park Service. NPD proximity sections use NPS reference coordinates and straight-line distance. Local source bundle updated Sep 27, 2026. View the official NPS page.
Weather & Conditions
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…
NPS Reference Location
Park state / territory membership: Maine. This map uses the National Park Service reference coordinate. It may represent an administrative or reference point rather than a park entrance, trailhead, visitor center, or the nearest access point. Use the official NPS directions below when planning travel.
Operating Hours
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.
Current Alerts
For the most up to date information on Frances Perkins National Monument, please visit the website for the Frances Perkins Center at francesperkinscenter.org.
Getting There
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.
View Official DirectionsContact & Address
The NPS-listed address may be an administrative office, visitor center, mailing/contact location, or other park facility rather than a park entrance.
Things To Do
Walk the Trails
Walk the same trails that Frances Perkins did for a respite and inspiration throughout her extraordinary life and career.
Nearby National Park Service Sites
These sites are ordered by straight-line distance between NPS reference coordinates. This is useful for comparison, but it is not road mileage. Trails, parkways, rivers, and distributed units may extend far from their reference point.
Nearby Cities for Trip Planning
These cities are ordered by straight-line distance from the NPS reference coordinate. They are comparison starting points, not official park gateways or road-distance