September 25, 1954 – January 7, 2025 On the morning of January 7, 2025, Tomlin Perkins Coggeshall of Westport, New York, passed away at 70 years of age. Named after his father’s close friend, painter Bradley Walker Tomlin, he was the only child of Susanna Wilson, fourth child of abstract minimalist painter, C. Calvert Coggeshall,
Primary Sources, Archive Collections & Online Resources This page serves as a guide to researching the life, leadership, and enduring legacy of Frances Perkins—the nation’s first female Cabinet member and the principal architect of the New Deal. Listed are collections that can be found online or in-person at research libraries. Also included are videos, articles,
THE WOMAN BEHIND THE NEW DEAL Photo Source: Frances Perkins Center “The people are what matter to government, and a government should aim to give all the people under its jurisdiction the best possible life.” Frances Perkins, FDR’s Secretary of Labor and the first woman to serve as a cabinet secretary, was the driving force
Staff Board of Directors Advisory Council Staff Amanda Hatch Executive Director Amanda is a mission-driven leader who has worked in the Maine non-profit sector since 2019. Prior to joining the Frances Perkins Center, she served as Chief Program & Impact Officer at YWCA Central Maine (Lewiston, Maine) and managed two successful Maine state senate campaigns.
Visit the Newcastle home of Frances Perkins, first woman Cabinet member and FDR’s Secretary of Labor. Enjoy guided tours of the 1837 Brick House and historic district with its 57 acres of fields, gardens, and trails to the Damariscotta River. Watch for website updates or email info@FrancesPerkinsCenter.org for information about 2020 tour dates. Two tour
This wonderful event is the culmination of a series of happy associations with the Frances Perkins Center that began one early summer morning a number of years ago. As I was strolling down the main street of Damariscotta, a tall, distinguished-looking man approached me. He asked, “Do you know who Frances Perkins is?” “Well, yes,”
Join us on our Frances Perkins Homestead Tours on July 15th! 2017 Frances Perkins Homestead Tours Join us for the first of our annual Frances Perkins Homestead Tours and get to know this National Historic Landmark that was home to Frances Perkins, the first US woman cabinet secretary. You will see
Save the Date May 9 – Presentation before the Senior College at USM Lewiston-Auburn. May 11 – FP Icon Blessing at St. Andrews Church, Newcastle, ME. May 13 – FP Feast Day at the Parish of St. Monica and St. James in Washington, DC. June 29 – Perkins Homestead Tour. July 2 –
September 25, 1954 – January 7, 2025 On the morning of January 7, 2025, Tomlin Perkins Coggeshall of Westport, New York, passed away at 70 years of age. Named after his father’s close friend, painter Bradley Walker Tomlin, he was the only child of Susanna Wilson, fourth child of abstract minimalist painter, C. Calvert Coggeshall,
Primary Sources, Archive Collections & Online Resources This page serves as a guide to researching the life, leadership, and enduring legacy of Frances Perkins—the nation’s first female Cabinet member and the principal architect of the New Deal. Listed are collections that can be found online or in-person at research libraries. Also included are videos, articles,
THE WOMAN BEHIND THE NEW DEAL Photo Source: Frances Perkins Center “The people are what matter to government, and a government should aim to give all the people under its jurisdiction the best possible life.” Frances Perkins, FDR’s Secretary of Labor and the first woman to serve as a cabinet secretary, was the driving force
Staff Board of Directors Advisory Council Staff Amanda Hatch Executive Director Amanda is a mission-driven leader who has worked in the Maine non-profit sector since 2019. Prior to joining the Frances Perkins Center, she served as Chief Program & Impact Officer at YWCA Central Maine (Lewiston, Maine) and managed two successful Maine state senate campaigns.
Visit the Newcastle home of Frances Perkins, first woman Cabinet member and FDR’s Secretary of Labor. Enjoy guided tours of the 1837 Brick House and historic district with its 57 acres of fields, gardens, and trails to the Damariscotta River. Watch for website updates or email info@FrancesPerkinsCenter.org for information about 2020 tour dates. Two tour
This wonderful event is the culmination of a series of happy associations with the Frances Perkins Center that began one early summer morning a number of years ago. As I was strolling down the main street of Damariscotta, a tall, distinguished-looking man approached me. He asked, “Do you know who Frances Perkins is?” “Well, yes,”
Join us on our Frances Perkins Homestead Tours on July 15th! 2017 Frances Perkins Homestead Tours Join us for the first of our annual Frances Perkins Homestead Tours and get to know this National Historic Landmark that was home to Frances Perkins, the first US woman cabinet secretary. You will see
Save the Date May 9 – Presentation before the Senior College at USM Lewiston-Auburn. May 11 – FP Icon Blessing at St. Andrews Church, Newcastle, ME. May 13 – FP Feast Day at the Parish of St. Monica and St. James in Washington, DC. June 29 – Perkins Homestead Tour. July 2 –
Labor Day encourages us to remember America’s labor movement and the fight for workers’ rights
A dozen influential Maine women in politics, the arts and other fields will be spotlighted
“From time to time, we all need reminders about the importance of positive change and
There is a detour posted on River Road in Newcastle, but the Frances Perkins National Monument is still accessible. We are open Thur-Sun 10am – 2pm. Visit us before we close for the season!
Our last day is Sunday, September 28th.