Celebrate and honor the contributions and sacrifices of American civilians on the WWII home front. Discover how diverse communities lived, worked, and interacted. Many faces, many stories, many truths, weave a rich tapestry of experiences from this era of opportunity and loss.
The Visitor Education Center is located on the waterfront in Richmond, California. Click to find more information about visiting our site.
Celebrate with us throughout the year. Click to learn more.
The Visitor Education Center hours and operations can be found here.
Need directions to the Visitor Education Center or other areas of interest from the Home Front?
Curious about the park and WWII history? Discover more with our complimentary audio programs, designed to enrich your experience.
The Richmond WWII Home Front provides a number of historic places to drive by, view or visit.
Want to explore the WWII Home Front sites of Richmond? Use the official NPS app for GPS and audio programs.
Arrange to have your students visit us for an interactive and educational program.
Looking to learn more about the WWII Home Front? Start by clicking here.
Learn More about the Iconic Symbol of Empowerment.
Visit the SS Red Oak Victory Ship, which is docked in the Richmond Shipyard.
Visit the Rosie the Riveter Memorial. Click for more information.
Learn More about Betty Reid Soskin
On most Fridays, you can visit with real Home Front workers from WWII. Please call the Visitor Education Center for schedule.
