Massachusetts park closures & advisories

18 current advisories — including 6 full closures across Massachusetts's state parks and national parks. Confirm with the park before you go.

Adams National Historical Park

Closure

National Park Service

Bags larger than 9"x11"x5" are not permitted in the historic homes. The park does not have storage lockers for these items. Bags may not be left unattended and cannot be left with park staff. Anyone carrying a bag larger than 9"x11"x5" will not be admitted into the historic homes.

Updated May 24, 2026

Boston National Historical Park

Closure

National Park Service

USS CASSIN YOUNG is currently closed due to maintenance work on Pier One in the Charlestown Navy Yard. The ship is tentatively scheduled to re-open to the public the end of August.

Updated Jul 23, 2026

Boston National Historical Park

Closure

National Park Service

The Great Hall is closed for public visitation due to reserved events on Friday July 24.

Updated Jul 7, 2026

Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site

Closure

National Park Service

Due to ongoing construction, the parking lot is closed. Ample street parking can be found along Dudley Street, including the Brookline Reservoir. For accessible parking, please visit our "Contact Us" page for more information.

Updated May 9, 2025

Salem Maritime National Historical Park

Closure

National Park Service

The Custom House and Derby House will be closed on Friday, July 24 from 9:30 to 11:30 AM for a staff safety training. All other park buildings will be open regular hours. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Updated Jul 22, 2026

Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

Closure

National Park Service

The buildings at Saugus Iron Works will be closed from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM on Friday, July 24 for a staff safety training. The buildings will be open from 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM. The park grounds will remain open during this time. The house tour typically offered at 11:00 AM will be offered at 3:00 PM instead. We apologiz…

Updated Jul 22, 2026

Adams National Historical Park

Information

National Park Service

Groups of 11 or more people should contact the Visitor Center at ADAM_Visitor_Center@nps.gov or 617-770-1175 at least two weeks in advance to arrange their visit.

Updated May 28, 2026

Adams National Historical Park

Information

National Park Service

Visit https://www.nps.gov/adam/planyourvisit/2026-tour-season.htm for details on the 2026 tour season, including operating hours and tour offerings. The Visitor Center is open 9am-5pm Wednesdays-Sundays. The historic homes are open Wednesdays-Sundays. Entrance fees required for entry into historic homes. Guided tour re…

Updated May 20, 2026

Adams National Historical Park

Information

National Park Service

Adams NHP's phone messaging system is currently experiencing issues resulting in incorrect messaging regarding tour availability and park hours. Please refer to the park website page for the 2026 Tour Season for the latest information to plan your visit

Updated Apr 29, 2026

Adams National Historical Park

Information

National Park Service

The phone system at the Adams National Historical Park Visitor Center is currently experiencing intermittent audio issues.

Updated Sep 21, 2025

Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area

Information

National Park Service

We continue to experience issues with our phone lines, please contact us via our email address: boha_information@nps.gov

Updated May 21, 2025

Boston National Historical Park

Information

National Park Service

Due to scheduled events, the Great Hall will be closed on July 16, 17, 22, 23, and 24. The Visitor Center Desk on the market floor will remain open.

Updated Jul 24, 2026

Cape Cod National Seashore

Caution

National Park Service

There are no lifeguards on duty at Race Point Beach. Swim at your own risk.

Updated Jul 21, 2026

Cape Cod National Seashore

Caution

National Park Service

There are no lifeguards on duty at Herring Cove Beach. Swim at your own risk.

Updated Jul 21, 2026

Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site

Caution

National Park Service

There is ongoing construction due to roofing project. Please practice caution on the grounds and do not enter marked areas.

Updated May 3, 2025

Longfellow House Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site

Information

National Park Service

All phone line are currently down at Longfellow House-Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site. While we work to fix this, please contact us via email for any inquiries or requests: long_info@nps.gov.

Updated Jul 17, 2026

Lowell National Historical Park

Information

National Park Service

Beginning at 5p.m. on Friday, July 24 through Sunday, July 26, please be advised that there will be NO free parking available due to the Lowell Folk Festival. Please note that many streets will be closed to vehicular traffic for the duration of the festival. For more information on parking availability, rates, and stre…

Updated Jul 14, 2026Official notice ↗

Lowell National Historical Park

Information

National Park Service

The annual Lowell Folk Festival will be taking place beginning Friday, 7/24 at 6p.m. through Sunday, 7/26 at 6p.m. Please be aware this may impact your visit as the festival encompasses all of downtown Lowell and Lowell National Historical Park. For more information on the festival, visit lowellfolkfest.org. For a full…

Updated Jul 14, 2026Official notice ↗

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