César E. Chávez National Monument

César E. Chávez National Monument

Address:

29700 Woodford-Tehachapi Rd, Keene, CA

Latitude & Longitude:

35.223583, -118.558774

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15

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18

Description:

Chavez is likely the most important and influential Latino leader of the 20th century and his name is given to this monument - a 116-acre park in Kern County. It was the headquarters and base of operations for the United Farm Workers labor union and the home of Chavez himself until his death in 1993. President Obama established the monument during his tenure on October 8, 2012.

(Submitted by Louise C)

Website:

nps.gov

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History
Photo by Louise C
Sep 8, 2022
Photo by Ryan Gunchin
Jul 2, 2022
Photo by Ryan Gunchin
Jul 2, 2022
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Dec 9, 2021
Photo by Louise C
Nov 3, 2021
Photo by Louise C
Nov 3, 2021