A group of congressional leaders may soon turn a San Jose landmark into a national park.
The aim is to turn McDonnell Hall, the place where legendary civil rights leader Cesar Chavez began his organizing work, into what would be called the Cesar Chavez and Farmworker Movement National Historic Park. It would include other facilities in California and Arizona.
“It’s not a Taj Mahal,” said Paul Chavez, Cesar Chavez’s son. “It’s a humble place where people have used to draw inspiration and to celebrate life. We would be excited if it were included.”
From @MattMahanSJ about McDonnell Hall possibly being designated a National Park:
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