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César E. Chávez National Monument

Farmworker organizing & a shared legacy
California
Scenic header: A walkway separates the entrances to the visitor center and the memorial garden. · NPS · Photo credits
TAKE TIME TO DISCOVER

Farmworker organizing & a shared legacy

At Nuestra Señora Reina de la Paz, discover the work of César Chávez and the farmworker movement. The memorial setting and interpretation connect national change with a place of community and organizing.

A walkway with a fountain
A walkway separates the entrances to the visitor center and the memorial garden.
NPS · Photo credits
Red roses bloom near a fountain and grave marker
Roses grow in the memorial garden near the gravesite of César Chávez.
NPS/Ruben Andrade · Photo credits
BUILD A MEMORABLE VISIT

What to explore

  • 01Memorial garden
  • 02Visitor-center exhibits
  • 03La Paz historic setting

Before you go

Only designated visitor areas are open. Confirm hours and group arrangements before traveling to the site.

Give the place time

Choose a manageable walk, viewpoint or tour, and allow time for interpretation. Gateway areas help orient the visit; they are not exact entrance directions.

Make the details easy

Confirm the specific facilities, walking surfaces and vehicle access your group needs. Tours, transport and special access may require separate arrangements.

Official visitor information ↗Plan your visit →

Check the official source for current access, hours, fees, reservations, permits and alerts. Photos may show earlier conditions. Suggested highlights are visit ideas, not a guarantee that every area is currently open.