Places To Go

Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site is a reconstruction of Hammersmith, the first successful, sustained, and integrated iron works in British North America. The site includes the reconstructed blast furnace, forge, slitting mill, and warehouse, together with the original slag pile and several post-Hammersmith era structures.

 

Park Hours

May 7 - November 13

Park Grounds and Nature Trail

Open 24/7

Visitor Center

Wednesday - Sunday
9:30 am - 4:00 pm

Saugus Iron Works Museum

Wednesday - Sunday
9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Industrial Site Buildings

Wednesday - Sunday
9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Restrooms

Wednesday - Sunday
9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Monday - Tuesday
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
(Closed Monday Federal Holidays)
Waterwheel Demonstrations

(30 minutes)

Wednesday - Sunday
10:00 am
Iron Works House Tour

(30 minutes)

Wednesday - Sunday
11:00 am
Industrial Site Tour
(Includes Waterwheel Demonstrations)

(60 minutes)
Wednesday - Sunday
2:00 pm
 
a paved path bordered by grass and stone leads to a wood bridge and two wood-sided buildings
Discover all the places you can go when visiting Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site—from historic buildings to nature trails!
 
Saugus Iron Works National Historic site has a visitor center located within the Iron Works House annex and a Museum a short walk away. Find maps, explore exhibits, watch the park film, and shop at a traditional park store!
 

Last updated: September 9, 2026

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

244 Central St
Saugus, MA 01906

Phone:

781-233-0050

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