Rosie the Riveter World War II Home Front National Historical Park

The park contains preserved shipyards, factories, and facilities that showcase industrial production sites where women worked during World War II.

In 1942, the Richmond shipyards employed thousands of women who constructed 747 vessels for the United States military forces.

The park preserves artifacts, photographs, and personal stories documenting the transformation of women's roles in American society during wartime.

Visitors can explore the restored SS Red Oak Victory ship, view industrial equipment, and attend educational programs about wartime production.

The site maintains original child development centers that provided care for children of female workers, enabling mothers to join the workforce.

Location: Richmond

Location: Contra Costa County

Inception: October 25, 2000

Operator: National Park Service

Phone: +15102325050

Website: https://nps.gov/rori

GPS coordinates: 37.90954,-122.35736

Latest update: June 22, 2025 14:43