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.

A profile view of the Frances Perkins Homestead

A profile view of the Frances Perkins Homestead

A two-story red brick home stands just beyond a row of green ferns.

On the Homestead Trail

On the Homestead Trail

A moss-lined trail continues ahead through tall green pine trees.

Approach to the Frances Perkins Homestead

Approach to the Frances Perkins Homestead

A sandy brown driveway curves through green grass towards the two story-red brick homestead and grey

Inside the Homestead Barn

Inside the Homestead Barn

The sun shines upon wooden wagon wheels and other antique farm implements lining the rustic hewn wal

Inside the Perkins Homestead

Inside the Perkins Homestead

Two white sofa chairs stand in front of two windows in a room with red walls and a portait of Perkin