A walkway separates the entrances to the visitor center and the memorial garden.
César E. Chávez National Monument
National Monument · CA
Yes, we can! Widely recognized as the most important Latino leader in the United States during the twentieth century, Cesar Chavez led farm workers and supporters in the establishment of the country's first permanent agricultural union. His leadership brought sustained international attention to the plight of U.S. farm workers, and secured for them higher wages and safer working conditions.
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Hours Exceptions
NoteEaster Sunday; Thanksgiving and the Day After Thanksgiving; Christmas Holiday, December 24-26; New Year's Eve and New Year's Day Closure; Memorial Day Closure
Current Alerts
How this is rated
Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available5 activities
Park Name
InfoCésar E. Chávez National Monument
Designation
InfoNational Monument
State(s)
InfoCA
Phone
Info(661) 823-6134
nps_cech_administration@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe monument is open daily from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm except for the following holidays: Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day and the Friday after, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: César E. Chávez National Monument Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoAsian American Heritage, Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite, Farming and Agriculture + 10 more
Weather Info
InfoThe climate in this area is mild, with warm, dry summers and cool winters. The Tehachapi Mountains are quite warm and sunny in summer, with temperatures typically around 90° F but occasionally exceedi
Getting There
InfoThe monument is located near the small town of Keene, California on Highway 58. From Highway 58, take exit 138 toward Keene, then turn right (east) on Woodford-Tehachapi Road. Travel about 0.5 miles (
Location
Info35.2273° N, -118.5616° W
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