Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

National Park Service, Massachusetts.

In the 1600's, on the banks of the Saugus River, something extraordinary happened! Explore the place where European iron makers brought their special skills to a young Massachusetts colony. Saugus Iron Works is a twelve-acre National Historic Site that includes working waterwheels, forges, mills, a historic 17th century home, and a lush river basin.


Directions

The park is accessible via Interstate 95 (Walnut St.) and Route 1 (Main St. / Walnut St.). Public transportation options are available through the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA).

Additional Information

  • Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site Map
  • Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site Official Website

Photo Gallery

  • Blast FurnaceThe blast furnace is where bog ore was smelted to create cast iron "pig" bars.
  • Iron ForgeThe forge is where bars of pig iron created at the blast furnace were changed into a new kind of iron that a blacksmith was able to use.
  • Saugus Iron Works LandscapeA view of Saugus Iron Works from the Saugus River

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