Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park
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Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front at a glance
- Best time
- March–May, October–November
- Trip length
- 1–2 days
- Don't miss
- SS Red Oak Victory Ship
- Nearby city
- Richmond, CA
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About Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park
Celebrate and honor the contributions and sacrifices of American civilians on the WWII home front. Discover how diverse communities lived, worked, and interacted. Many faces, many stories, many truths, weave a rich tapestry of experiences from this era of opportunity and loss.
Weather Information
Weather typical for San Francisco Bay Area. Can be cold and windy year round. Fog in the summer.
Operating Hours
Visitor Education Center Operating Hours
Hours of Operation: The Visitor Center is open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The park is also closed during the following holidays: Holidays: Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
- Monday10:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tuesday10:00AM - 5:00PM
- Wednesday10:00AM - 5:00PM
- Thursday10:00AM - 5:00PM
- Friday10:00AM - 5:00PM
- Saturday10:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sunday10:00AM - 5:00PM
Common questions
Planning Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front. Check the Permits tab on this page and Recreation.gov before you travel — campground, tour, or backcountry permits may apply even without park-wide timed entry.
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