Learn about the brave and dedicated men and women who built and served on the Red Oak Victory – AK235. During docent-led ship tours, our volunteers will paint the story of what life was like aboard the ship during WWII and post-war.
Visit the nearby Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park to learn more about the Kaiser Shipyards in Richmond and the contributions of civilians to the war effort.
On most Fridays, you can visit with real Home Front workers from WWII at the Rosie the Riveter park. For a schedule, call the Visitor Education Center at 510-232-5050.
National Park Service Ranger Betty Reid Soskin retired on March 31, 2022 at the age of 100. Betty was the oldest, active National Park Ranger serving the United States. After retiring, Betty continued her virtual program as a volunteer until March of 2023, before eventually deciding to discontinue those programs altogether. At this time, Betty is no longer doing any programs associated with the national park service. Betty is in good health and enjoys the relaxing that comes with retirement.
Richmond’s real life Rosie-the-Riveters, 30-Aug-16, KALW