Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

A view of Saugus Iron Works from the Saugus River
In the 1600's, on the banks of the Saugus River, something extraordinary happened! Explore the place where European iron makers brought their special skills to a young Massachusetts colony. Saugus Iron Works is a twelve-acre National Historic Site that includes working waterwheels, forges, mills, a historic 17th century home, and a lush river basin.
Map showing location of park.
Several wooden structures amid green fields and trees under partly cloudy sky and beside river.
Photo by NPS Photo / Don Woods
Approximately 15' by 15' spoked wooden wheel beside river and under blue sky.
Photo by NPS Photo
Rectangular wooden structure between orange deciduous trees and wooden bridge with walkway.
Photo by NPS Photo