A bed of roses in front of a large wall fountain and grassy area around a grave marker
15-60 Minutes

César E. Chávez National Monument Visitor Center Area Trails

César E. Chávez National Monument

The Memorial Garden offers a quiet place to reflect on the legacy of Cesar Chavez, and a place to pay respects to him and his wife, Helen, at their gravesites. Look for symbols of the farmworker movement that are incorporated into the Memorial Garden's design, including the fountain along the back wall that's dedicated to the five martyrs who gave their lives to support the cause.

The Memorial Garden offers a quiet place to reflect on the legacy of Cesar Chavez, and a place to pay respects to him and his wife, Helen, at their gravesites. Look for symbols of the farmworker movement that are incorporated into the Memorial Garden's design, including the fountain along the back wall that's dedicated to the five martyrs who gave their lives to support the cause. If you're looking for a longer walk, venture just a short distance farther into the Garden of the Southwest. Along the garden's paths, an array of desert plants was planted to represent the plant communities of Cesar’s birthplace in the Gila River Valley near Yuma, Arizona.

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Self-Guided Tours - WalkingBurial, Cemetery and GravesiteLaborer and WorkerLabor MovementMigrant WorkersMonuments and MemorialsSocial MovementsMemorialgardenCesar ChavezCesar E. Chavez National Monumentgravesitesgravesite

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Duration

15-60 Minutes

Duration Details

For those who have the time, there is self-guided plant idenitification in the Garden of the Southwest.

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day, Dawn, Dusk

Accessibility

There is a wheelchair accessible entrance to the Chavez Memorial Garden. The path in the Garden of the Southwest is not paved. All locations found in the National Park Service app have an audio description.

Pets

Yes — Leashed pets only. To be respectful of the Memorial Garden and gravesites, please bring materials to clean up after your pet.

Reservations

No

Age Info

All ages, but children should be accompanied and supervised by an adult.

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