Operated by the Hillsborough Historical Society, the boyhood home of America's fourteenth president is a spacious and beautiful, federal style country home. Built by Pierce's father in 1804, it reflects the gracious and affluent living of the nineteenth century. A ballroom, which extends the entire length of the second floor, was used for entertaining neighbors and distinguished families of the state and nation. Franklin Pierce shared Daniel Webster's dedication to national unity and led our country during the most trying of times, the time of slavery.

Private tours & large group tours, both coinciding & outside the public hours & months, can be arranged. The Pierce Homestead is available, at a fee, for small private functions & meetings.

There is also a gift shop on premises, restrooms are availabe, and picnicking is allowed.

Hours of operation:
The Franklin Pierce Homestead is open Memorial Day weekend; the full-time schedule is coming soon. The Calendar of Events runs from May through October.

Admission Fee:
Adults (18 & over): $7.00
Children, ages 6 to 17: $3.00
Children 5 & under: free

The following are admitted free of charge with proper ID:
> US military active, disabled and retired
> N.H. National Guard
> N.H. citizens 65 years old and over
> Hillsborough Historical Society Members

• Activities & Amenities
• Location & Directions
• Park Fees
• Accessibility
• Pet Information
• Pierce Bicentennial

Are pets allowed at Franklin Pierce Homestead?
Pets are not permitted at state historic sites. See NH State Parks Pets Policy for more information.