Frances Perkins National Monument

National Monument · ME · nps.gov page

A two-story red brick home stands just beyond a row of green ferns.
A profile view of the Frances Perkins HomesteadPhoto: DOI Photo

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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A moss-lined trail continues ahead through tall green pine trees.
On the Homestead TrailPhoto: NPS Photo
A sandy brown driveway curves through green grass towards the two story-red brick homestead and grey
Approach to the Frances Perkins HomesteadPhoto: NPS Photo/Kari Herer
The sun shines upon wooden wagon wheels and other antique farm implements lining the rustic hewn wal
Inside the Homestead BarnPhoto: NPS Photo
Two white sofa chairs stand in front of two windows in a room with red walls and a portait of Perkin
Inside the Perkins HomesteadPhoto: NPS Photo/Kari Herer

Park information and photos come from the National Park Service. This is not an official NPS site.