Rosie The Riveter Trust

02/17/2025

02/14/2025

This Valentine’s Day let’s celebrate the women who, like Rosie the Riveter, are building our future with strength and heart. A donation to Rosie the Riveter Trust helps preserve history and empower today’s trailblazers, continuing the legacy of love, resilience, and courage. Let’s spread the love and honor the women shaping tomorrow, together!

Follow this link to donate now: https://secure.everyaction.com/2gfDHR91I0ygsuFPfUFfRw2

Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park

Rosie The Riveter Trust

02/14/2025

Calling All Rosies!

Michigan Rosies - Rosie the Riveter Association of Michigan
American Women During WWII
Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park

Oscar nominated actor and advocate Gary Sinise paid a visit to Los Angeles firefighters and first repsonders to last month's wildfires to express his gratitude.

02/13/2025

More great 25th Anniversary Programing at the Park! This Saturday at 10:30am!

Ranger-led Tour: “Manufacturing Pride Through Perseverance: A Look at the History of the Ford Assembly Plant and its Enduring Effects on the People of Richmond”
Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park
Fee: Free.
Location: Meet at the park visitor center.
Dates & Times
Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025 Time: 10:30 AM Duration: 1 hour

Description:
The Ford Assembly Plant in Richmond was more than just a factory—it was a lifeline. Workers here didn’t just build cars; they built a future. During World War II, they shifted gears to support the war effort, turning the plant into a powerhouse of production. But the impact didn’t stop when the last vehicle rolled off the line. The plant shaped Richmond’s workforce, economy, and identity in ways that still matter today. Walk through this history with a ranger and see how industry, war, and resilience came together to leave a lasting mark on the city and its people.

Reservation or Registration Needed:: No - just show up!
Wear layers and sturdy shoes! It can get windy, wet & cold.

02/12/2025

Rosie Presents!

Day of Remembrance Programs at Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park Visitor Education Center on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, beginning at 11am in the Theater downstairs.

To RSVP, follow this link:
https://secure.everyaction.com/VPs-beqvx0uTivmCe53lFQ2

02/12/2025

Today, Rosie's Service Corps set up a pre Valentine's Day pop-up self-care table at Greenwood Academy.

Wonderful skin & haircare products were generously donated by Project Glimmer!

02/11/2025

Rosie's Service Corps Youth participated in the Warriors Basketball Camp!

Thank you Golden State Warriors and our Youth Mentor Ivonne Malave for making it happen!

The Golden State Warriors treated a group of East Bay students to a unique basketball camp at the Ultimate Fieldhouse in Walnut Creek, blending athletic training with exposure to STEM.

02/11/2025

Two upcoming talks at the Visitor Education Center!

“Women in World War II Part 1: From Rosie to Cinderella: Navigating the Challenges of Public Life”
Thursday, February 13, 2:30 PM.

“Women in World War II Part 2: Private Lives in Public Times”
Sunday, February 16, 2:30 PM

02/09/2025

It's the 25th Anniversary of Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park!

The collections held by our gem of a National Park are such a great peek into the lives of people living and working on the home front in Richmond, CA.

The Trust was instrumental in purchasing the Van Der Port collection for the park in 2019.

You can now access images of the collections here:

https://artsandculture.google.com/incognito/explore/collections/rosie-the-riveter-wwii-home-front-national-historical-park?c=assets

02/04/2025

Calling all Rosies! An exclusive trip for Rosies to celebrate Rosie the Riveter Day!

We are thrilled to invite you to a special celebration of Rosie the Riveter Day on March 21, 2025, in New Orleans, LA! This unforgettable experience is made possible by the Gary Sinise Foundation (GSF) and The National WWII Museum (WWIIM), in collaboration with Rosie the Riveter Trust (RTRT) and the American Rosie the Riveter Association (ARRA).

(This is a once-in-a-lifetime sponsored trip designed to honor Rosies with a private itinerary devoted just for them and ONE guardian to help her get around! Thank you for your understanding.)

Event Details:
📅 Dates: March 20 – 22, 2025
📍 Location: National WWII Museum, New Orleans, LA
🛏 Accommodations: Higgins Hotel (2-night stay)
🎟 Cost: Sponsored by GSF & WWII Museum

How to Register:
📝 Rosies: https://garysinisefoundation.jotform.com/243654641016049
📝 Guardians: https://garysinisefoundation.jotform.com/243655861860869 Guardians must be under 70 years old and physically able to
manage their and their Rosies luggage, push a wheelchair etc...this is per insurance necessity.
⚠ Deadline: Register by March 4, 2025
⚠ Spots are limited! Registration does not guarantee a spot; applications will be reviewed on a first-come basis, and confirmations will follow.

02/04/2025

Growing community partnerships are at the heart of our development efforts at Rosie The Riveter Trust.

We could not do what we do without community partnerships like this very special one with the Golden State Warriors! They make every effort to reach out to Richmond Youth, and we are delighted to facilitate their attendance at STEM/Sports camps.

Thank you so much Golden State Warriors!!

Basketball training has come a long way. Gone are the days when all you needed was a ball, a hoop, and long hours on the court. Over the weekend, a clinic hosted by the Warriors introduced some local hoopsters to some cutting-edge technology.

01/30/2025

THIS JUST IN!

Today, Rosie's Service Corps (RSC) partnered with the City of Richmond Police Department/Guardians of Justice to gather and distribute much needed items and meals to our unhoused neighbors.

Caring, doing & learning are at the core of our youth programming, encouraging the values of Service, Connection, and Power, inspired by Rosie the Riveter’s “We Can Do It” Spirit!

01/24/2025

Sharing from our Rosie friends in Michigan!

Visit the post for more.

01/23/2025

The Richmond Chamber of Commerce partnered with us to launch the 25th Anniversary community partnerships campaign!

We're very excited for this next year of events, programs & initiatives!

01/22/2025

Walking Tours are back for the Park's 25th Anniversary!

01/22/2025

Mother Alice Hilliard was born on March 24th, 1921, in Lewisville AR to Johnny and Emma Ford where she grew up on her grandfather Jack Ford's plantation on hurricane hill, Alice was the youngest of ten siblings and attended Wooden City School in Lewisville AR, she accepted Christ at an early age at The Union Hill Baptist Church under the leadership of JH Wyatt.

Mother Alice relocated to Richmond California in 1942 in search of a better life. She landed a position at the Kaiser Shipyard During WWII, where she took on jobs typically done by men while they served in the Military, because of her dedication and hard work, she was given the Special Title of “Rosie The Riveter” and even had the pleasure of being interviewed and featured in the book “Staging Migrations Toward An American West” Written by: Marta Effinger-Crichlow, Published Oct. 7, 2014. Her endeavors didn’t stop there. She went on to work at the Dole Cannery and Aebi Nursery where she finally retired.

Mother Alice had a great passion for gardening, (always attending to her rose bushes), Loved Traveling with her Family, Sewing and was a great cook.

Upon moving to Richmond CA mother Alice joined Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church Led by Nathaniel Phanor, she was a dedicated member for over 70 years serving in many auxiliaries including the Women’s Mission Union, Baptist Training Union and the Chair of The Kitchen Committee until her illness. She loved her Church Family.

Alice is survived by seven sisters and two brothers who preceded her in death, a host of nieces nephews cousins and friends, despite not having any children of her own she played a significant role in helping raise her sister Floria’s eleven children, and her brother's two children Ellis Ford and Lola Lee. In addition, her Great Nephew and Niece, Johnathan and Elyce Jones with whom she baby sat and held a special bond.

Thank you for your service, Alice. May you rest in peace.