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

November 1 - May 25

Park Grounds and Nature Trail

Open 24/7

Visitor Center

Closed for the Season
Reopening May 2024

Saugus Iron Works Museum

Industrial Site Buildings

Restrooms

 
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Places

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!
 
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Broadhearth Visitor Center

Get your passport stamped and chat with a park ranger.

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Iron Works Museum

Explore artifacts from archaeological excavations and watch the park film.

Last updated: November 4, 2023

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

244 Central St
Saugus, MA 01906

Phone:

781-233-0050

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