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Maine’s newest national monument celebrates first season, even without federal funding
Listen to this excellent piece by Maine Public’s Kevin Miller, State House Correspondent detailing the success and challenges the Frances Perkins Center faced welcoming over 4,000 visitors to the Frances Perkins National Monument in its
Inaugural Summer Season Success – Over 4,000 Visitors
Read about the exciting first season at the Frances Perkins National Monument in this article published in The Lincoln County News. This summer, over 4,000 visitors of all ages from across Maine, and the United States,
Boston Herald Op-ed: The lady behind Labor Day
Click here to read a new Boston Herald piece, “The lady behind Labor Day,” by Frances Perkins Center Executive Director, Amanda Hatch. Also click here to check out a new piece on the national monument.
Social Security Turns 90 This Week: Frances Perkins’ Enduring Legacy
This Thursday, August 14, is the 90th anniversary of Social Security becoming a cornerstone of economic stability for millions of American families. On that date in 1935, President Franklin Roosevelt signed the landmark law creating
“Chasing Time” Interview with Tim Lewis
Watch Tim Lewis with BRTV’s “Chasing Time” interview Frances Perkins Center Acting Executive Director Amanda Hatch.
Explore Our New National Monument with AARP
“Throughout her lifetime, Frances Perkins often lived and found respite at her family’s homestead in Newcastle. We invite you to join us as we explore the Frances Perkins National Monument and her enduring legacy as