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National Monument · Maine

Frances Perkins National Monument

National Monument in Maine. No entrance fee. 1 hikes listed.

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TypeNational Monument
StateMaine
Entrance feeNo entrance fee
CampgroundsNone
Nearest national parkAcadia (71 mi)
Closest airportRKD (23 mi)
A moss-lined trail continues ahead through tall green pine trees.
On the Homestead Trail Photo: NPS Photo

Frances Perkins National Monument is a national monument run by the National Park Service in Maine.

In the park service’s words

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.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

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.

Fees and hours

Entrance fee: No entrance fee.

Hours: Daily, 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.

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.

Airport City Drive to the park Straight-line miles Type
Knox County Regional Airport (RKD) Rockland, ME No road route 23 Regional
Augusta State Airport (AUG) Augusta, ME No road route 25 Regional
Portland International Jetport (PWM) Portland, ME No road route 45 Large hub

Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.

Miles are straight-line distances.

Weather

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.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Know before you go

Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.

Nearby

The nearest national park is Acadia, about 71 miles away in a straight line.

Sources

Last checked 1 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an entrance fee at Frances Perkins National Monument?

No entrance fee.

Where is Frances Perkins National Monument?

In Maine. The closest airport with scheduled flights is Knox County Regional Airport, about 23 miles away.

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