Lancaster, NH 03584
Phone: 603-788-4004
Activities and Amenities
John Wingate Weeks Historic Site’s Mt. Prospect estate was built at the direction of John Wingate Weeks, U.S. congressman, U.S. senator, and Secretary of War under Presidents Harding and Coolidge. The 446-acre Mt. Prospect estate was given to the state of New Hampshire in 1941 by John Weeks’ children, Katherine Weeks Davidge and Sinclair Weeks. Set at the very top of Mt. Prospect in Lancaster, New Hampshire, the house and grounds provide a 360-degree panorama of mountain splendor, including the Presidential Range of the White Mountains, the Green Mountains of Vermont, the Kilkenny Range, the Percy Peaks, and the upper Connecticut River Valley. Visitors can climb the old stone fire tower for even better mountain views. The John Wingate Weeks House Museum is also open to the public and tours are offered during the operating season.
Operating Schedule
| Days/Hours |
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| Opening dates for 2022: 5/27-10/19 Monday 0- Sunday Gate open 10am-5pm Tours of the lodge 10am-4pm (last tour at 4pm) Fire tower open weekends. |
Fees
Admission for NH residents is $4 for adults (18-64); children ages 5 and under and NH residents age 65 and over are admitted free. Admission for non-residents is $5 for adults (18 or over); $3 for youth ages 6-17; children ages 5 and under are admitted free. Season passes are available.
| Age | 5 or under | 6-17 | 18-64 | 65 or over |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resident | Free | Free | $4 | Free |
| Non-Resident | Free | $3 | $5 | $5 |
Special Exhibit
The John Wingate Weeks House Museum at Weeks State Park also hosts a special exhibit dedicated to the USS John W. Weeks (DD-701), an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer, and the men who served aboard this special ship.
We are very grateful to the U.S.S. John W. Weeks DD-701 Association, as they have been very supportive and helpful in creating a special exhibit at the historic site museum. Many of the artifacts on display have been donated by the men who served on the naval destroyer. To learn more about this exhibit and the U.S.S. John W. Weeks DD 701 Naval Destroyer, please visit the John Wingate Weeks Historic Site and the following websites:
Are pets allowed at Weeks State Park?
Pets are permitted in the park. See the NH State Parks Pets Policy for more information.
Planning a Wedding or Event?
The John Wingate Weeks Historic Site is a great location to hold a wedding, family reunion, corporate outing, and more. For more information on planning your event visit our pavilion and group-use webpage or see the site rental information for the John Wingate Weeks Historic Site below.
John Wingate Weeks Historic Site rental information
WeeksLegacy.org
2011 marked the 100th Anniversary of the historic Weeks Act. Enacted in 1911, the Weeks Act enabled the aquisition of over 19 million acres in 124 national forests, spanning 42 states, including the White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire and Maine. To honor this occasion weekslegacy.org was created by a diverse group of organizations. This website, hosted by NH Public Television, is an aggregation of the many events, stories, lectures and research about the importance of our nation’s forestlands and the role they play in the quality of our lives, as well as about the Weeks Act, the White Mountain National Forest, and the International Year of the Forest. Explore the site and read up on Weeks Act history, news, multimedia, events, links and to share your comments as well.
Keep Your Parks Clean
Through the Carry-In/Carry-Out Program, you can help us keep your parks clean and beautiful by carrying out whatever you carry in. Thank you for your cooperation and remember to recycle.
Access for Persons with Disabilities
Visit our Accessibility for All webpage at www.nhstateparks.org/news-events/accessibility. For more information on specific accessibilty needs or questions, please contact the individual park office directly.
| Notice: Drone Use is Restricted |
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 Drone use is restricted at all NH State Parks. Drone operators are not permittted take off or land within NH State Park boundaries. |
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Janet McMahon
4 months agoWhat a beautiful Fall day- Oct 1st- at the top of Weeks State Park. The views are incredible along with the hiking trails, overlook and a trip up the tower!. It wasn't busy which was nice and we took our dog (on a leash). The attendees were very nice inside. We hung out on the deck for awhile.
Audrey Jeremy Thompson
6 months agoWe rode to the top parking lot, but walking up the paved road is also an option. Views were spectacular; the fire tower was open. 👍 Went on a Sunday afternoon in July and met about a handful of people. Could have taken a Museum tour for $5/each ($4 for NH residents). Bathrooms available in the museum/gift shop building. Highly recommend. Would imagine fall time is amazing, but also more popular. We're willing to risk it. 🍁 🍂
Sandy Found
a year agoMy husband and I had a great time on the "first day" hike put on by the NH State Parks! It's an easy hike up to the top followed by a nice walk down. Halfway up is a viewing area.
John B.
5 months agoSteep walk on a narrow paved road up to the top where there is a really cool Craftsman style building and former fire tower. Great views along the way and from fire tower. Dogs allowed.
Phillip and Jaimee McOmie (OurPathtoAdventure)
a year agoAmazing place! We’ll maintained grounds near the museum. First visit to NH area and what a pretty area. Views allow you too see miles and miles of the various mountains near by. Also note this place is on the National Historical Places.