Amache National Historic Site: A Place of Remembrance
Reflect on the history of Japanese American incarceration at this somber and significant National Historic Site in Granada, Colorado.
Amache National Historic Site, also known as the Granada Relocation Center, stands as a solemn reminder of the unjust incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II. From 1942 to 1945, over 10,000 people, most of whom were American citizens, were forcibly removed from their homes and detained here. Today, visitors can explore the site's remnants and reflect on this painful chapter in American history.
A brief summary to Amache National Historic Site
- County Rd 23 5/10, Granada, Colorado, 81041, US
- Visit website
- Monday 8 am-7:30 pm
- Tuesday 8 am-7:30 pm
- Wednesday 8 am-7:30 pm
- Thursday 8 am-7:30 pm
- Friday 8 am-7:30 pm
- Saturday 8 am-7:30 pm
- Sunday 8 am-7:30 pm
Local tips
- Download the self-guided audio tour from amache.org before your visit, as cell service can be unreliable at the site.
- There are limited facilities on-site, so bring water and be prepared for sun exposure.
- Visit the Amache Museum in Granada, operated by the Amache Preservation Society, for additional exhibits and information.
Getting There
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Driving
Amache National Historic Site is located approximately 1.5 miles west of Granada, Colorado. From Granada, travel west on Highway 385/50 for one mile. Turn left (south) at the Amache sign onto County Road 23 5/10. The main entrance is almost a mile down this road, just past W. Amache Rd. There is no fee to enter the site.
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