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Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site preserves the archeological and historic sites, structures, objects, and the reconstructed historic landscape associated with the first successful fully-integrated iron works in North America. We hope this will become a place where fans feel comfortable sharing information and experiences about the park with one another. While this is an open forum, it is a

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04/13/2026

Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site is hiring seasonal park rangers! Are you interested in developing and presenting interpretive programs, working in an information center, and educating people about history? Do you live permanently within 65 miles of Saugus? If yes, please apply now at https://www.usajobs.gov/job/864611600 and/or email: [email protected]. We are using a new field unit local hiring authority to hire this position. Resumes should be no more than two pages.

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04/05/2026

Happy Birthday to Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site!

58 years ago, on April 5, 1968, the Senate passed the enabling legislation turning Saugus Iron Works into a national park unit. On the occasion, Senator Edward Kennedy entered a statement into the congressional record which read in part, “I was proud to sponsor legislation on the Saugus Iron Works in this session of Congress. For several years I have worked with my colleagues in the house and with civic-minded individuals who were deeply concerned that the Saugus Iron Works should be preserved for this and future generations to visit.”

After noting the hard work of the First Iron Works Association, the American Iron and Steel Institute and the citizens of Saugus in preserving, reconstructing, and working to get the site into the national park system, Kennedy went on to say, “The United States has a rich cultural and social heritage which we should vigorously preserve. For understanding of our past heritage makes us more interesting and productive citizens today and in the future.”

It took about a year to get the details of the transfer finalized, and on June 21, 1969, the National Park Service began operating Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site.

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03/12/2026

Applications are still open for the Latino Heritage Internship Program.

The selected intern will work with residents and organizations in our local Latinx communities, like North Shore Community Development Coalition and Punto Urban Art Museum and learn about careers in !

Application deadline has been extended until March 14th.
Find more info and apply at https://latinoheritageintern.org/

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02/22/2026

UPDATE: Due to the weather, the buildings and grounds at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site will be closed on Tuesday, February 24. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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01/26/2026

Due to the snow, the buildings and grounds at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site will be closed on Monday, January 26. We apologize for any inconvenience.

01/25/2026

Due to weather, the grounds at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site are currently closed.

12/12/2025

Join our team! Salem Maritime National Historical Park and Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site are currently recruiting a Community Volunteer Ambassador (CVA). This is a 48-week internship program that includes a weekly stipend and is eligible for an AmeriCorps Education Award.

Working closely with the park's volunteer coordinator, the CVA will help expand current volunteer opportunities at the park, including identifying new volunteer projects and recruiting new volunteers for special days of service. This will include preparing and conducting special programming related to climate change.

Applications are being accepted now. For more information about the position and to apply, visit:
https://www.cvainternships.org/_files/ugd/b0a6b6_a28ad81435994560a8fcb59aa6f2f32d.pdf

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12/10/2025

Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site is hiring a seasonal Maintenance Worker! Some duties include general cleaning, ground maintenance, repairs to the grounds, buildings and structures of the parks and care taking of buildings, structures and grounds serving public and domestic use throughout the park.
Learn more and apply at: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/851804900
or visit usajobs.gov and search for positions at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site.

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11/21/2025

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of Paul DePrey, who died on October 10, 2025. Paul previously served as Superintendent of Salem Maritime National Historical Park and Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site. His decades of dedicated public service reflect a special combination of leadership, kindness, and deep commitment to both people and place.

Over the course of more than 30 years of public service, Paul served in leadership roles across the US Forest Service, the US Fish and Wildlife Service, and the National Park Service. His time at Salem Maritime and Saugus Iron Works was marked by his care for history, his support for staff and volunteers, and his belief in strong partnerships that help communities and public lands thrive.

Our thoughts are with Paul’s family, friends, and former colleagues during this difficult time.

10/01/2025

Operations in the Absence of Appropriations

09/13/2025

Due to the Founders Day festival in Saugus Center, access to the National Park Service parking lot is blocked to vehicles coming north on Central Street. To access the parking lot, please drive south on Central Street, bypassing the detour sign at the corner of Central and Appleton Street. The Saugus Iron Works NHS parking lot is the last area you can access by car before the road closure at Central and Pleasant Street.

09/12/2025

How did water drive early industries in colonial Massachusetts? Join a park ranger for a special tour focused on waterpower. Hear the crash of the hammer and the bang of the bellows as we demonstrate a variety of waterwheels at the Iron Works. Learn how waterwheels were made historically, and how modern carpenters and preservationists repair and rebuild waterwheels.

This free tour will last 1 hour and will be offered at 10 AM and 12 noon tomorrow, September 13. No reservations are required. During the program we will run all six waterwheels at the site at once.

This special tour is being presented as part of the Trails and Sails event series.

Address

244 Central Street
Saugus, MA
01906

Telephone

+17812330050

Website

http://www.nps.gov/sair/

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