History & Culture

Embracing History at Cabrillo National Monument

Preserving and interpreting history is a critical mission of many national parks, and Cabrillo National Monument is no exception. The park showcases significant historical elements, including sixteenth-century exploration, 19th-century lighthouses, and pivotal military history.

 

History & Culture

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  The Lighthouses of Point Loma

  Learn about the Old Point Loma Lighthouse, built in 1854, and the other lighthouses that guided ships along the San Diego coastline.

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  Women's Rights Virtual Exhibit

  View the women's rights exhibit about the 19th Amendment of 1920 that gave women the right to vote in the United States.

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  Military History and Coastal Defense

  Learn about the park's military history. During World War I and II, military facilities on Point Loma provided vital defense.

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  Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo

  Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo led the first European expedition that explored what is now the west coast of the United States.