Rosie The Riveter Benefit Swim

Rosie the Riveter  Open Water Swim – May 24, 2025

Join us for the Rosie the Riveter Open Water Swim, a fundraiser for Rosie the Riveter Trust on Saturday, May 24, 2025, in Richmond, CA! Whether you’re a seasoned open-water swimmer or trying it for the first time, this community swim promises a fun and supportive environment for all participants.

Event Details:

📍 Location: Barbara and Jay Vincent Park, Richmond Marina
🕤 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Swim starts at 12:00 Noon)
🏊Swim distance: Choice of swims!

• 1.2 miles to Brooks Island and back
• 500 yards to the end of the jetty and back

🧑🏽‍🤝‍🧑🏼Max Capacity: 100 swimmers
🍽️ Potluck Lunch: Bring a dish to share after the swim!

Each participant will get a custom Rosie t-shirt, bandana, and commemorative swim cap!

What to Bring:

💧 Water – Stay hydrated!
🩱 Bathing Suit & Towel – Don’t forget the essentials
🥪 Pre-Swim Snack – Fuel up before you hit the water
🎒 Anything Else You Need – Goggles, sunscreen, sun hat, a change of clothes, etc.

Amenities:

🌊 Small Beach – Perfect for our open-water swim
🔥 BBQ – Fire up the grill for a post-swim grill
🌿 Lawn & Picnic Areas – Relax and enjoy the beautiful setting
🚗 Parking Available
🚻 Restrooms On-Site

Friend/fundraiser:

This swim supports Rosie the Riveter Trust, which is the official nonprofit partner of the Rosie the Riveter/WWII Home Front National Historical Park. The swim takes place where 747 Liberty Ships were built and launched during WWII. Six million women were among the workers who made the ships and planes, jeeps and other war needs across the country during this time. They proved to the world that they could do anything!

Come for the swim, stay for the Rosie the Riveter camaraderie! Whether you're in the water or cheering from the shore, we welcome you to be part of this exciting day. WE CAN DO IT!

Register early to secure your spot!