A photograph of women Navy Yard workers sitting around a celebratory table spread.

In the Park: SWONs - Shipbuilding Women of the Navy

Boston National Historical Park

  • Mar 7, 2020 at 2:00 PM
  • Free

Over 8,000 women lent a hand in the national war effort here at the Charlestown Navy Yard during World War II. Discover their role, accomplishments and the personal memories of being a SWON.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Charlestown Navy Yard Visitor Center Theater

Schedule

Date:

Mar 7, 2020

Time:

2:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour

Contact Information

Polly Kienle

Contact Us

Event Type

  • Talk
Tags: women's history, 20th century, rosie the riveter, world war ii, charlestown navy yard, women workers