César E. Chávez National Monument Visitor Center
Facility · California ·
Managed by the National Park Service
César E. Chávez National Monument (National Monument) · Open Access
- 2,603 ft
- Elevation
Explore the history of Cesar Chavez and the farmworker movement. Originally built in 1914, the visitor center was entirely rebuilt in 2003. Inside, watch films about Cesar’s life, contemplate his office, and view exhibits that tell the story of the boycotts and marches that began the farmworker movement, and of the people who united to work for human rights. The visitor center has an auditorium that has hosted naturalization ceremonies, and a store that offers books and souvenirs. There is no entrance fee.
Getting there
The monument is located near the small town of Keene, California on Highway 58. From Highway 58, take exit 138 toward Keene, then turn right (east) on Woodford-Tehachapi Road. Travel about 0.5 miles (0.8 km) east on Woodford-Tehachapi Road and the entrance to César E. Chávez National Monument will be on your left. Travel on the driveway across a bridge over a creek and bear right up a hill. The parking area on the left at the top of the hill is for the visitor center.
35.22401, -118.55921 · 35°13'26.4"N 118°33'33.1"W
Typical weather
Typically 86°F in Aug, down to 51°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 52 | 53 | 57 | 61 | 69 | 79 | 86 | 86 | 81 | 71 | 59 | 51 |
| Low °F | 32 | 31 | 34 | 37 | 44 | 52 | 58 | 57 | 51 | 43 | 37 | 31 |
| Precip in | 2.4 | 3.0 | 2.0 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.5 | 0.9 | 2.1 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 11.5 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about César E. Chávez National Monument Visitor Center
- Can you reserve a site at César E. Chávez National Monument Visitor Center?
- No. César E. Chávez National Monument Visitor Center is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
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Contact
- Phone (661) 823-6134
- Email cech_education@nps.gov
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
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