The Frances Perkins Center Receives $500,000 Save America’s Treasures Grant to Preserve the Frances Perkins Homestead National Historic Landmark
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Frances Perkins Center Purchases National Historic Landmark 

On Friday, January 3, 2020, following a decade of planning and fundraising, the Frances Perkins Center successfully purchased the Frances Perkins Homestead to preserve and protect this National Historic Landmark as an educational resource for Maine and the nation. This achievement was made possible by the generosity of 120 donors who seek to honor the principles and legacy of Frances Perkins.

Thank you to all who helped us meet the $100,000 gift challenge to help us purchase the Homestead. To learn more about our goals and how you can add your support, visit Homestead Campaign.