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Upcoming Events

The Rowland Freedom Center hosts a variety of events, from our monthly Cup of Joe to our Face of Freedoms speaking lectures. 

America 250: Heroes Through History Gala

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Save the Date!

Celebrating the 250th anniversary of America's Independence
Heroes Through History Gala

Saturday May 30th, 6pm
Keynote Speaker: Aviation Hall of Fame inductee 
Julie Clark

'You are cordially invited to step back in time with the Rowland Freedom Center as we celebrate 250 years of America's Independence at our 'Heroes Through History' Gala on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Enjoy an evening of elegance, fine dining, live music and patriotism with friends while honoring the mission of military history education.  Be enlightened as we welcome 2026 National Aviation Hall of Fame inductee, Julie Clark as our guest speaker. We will also have the privilege of highlighting our guest of honor, Herm Rowland, benefactor of the Rowland Freedom Center. 
 

Decades Dance 2026

April 17th, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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Step back in time and hit the dance floor at the Rowland Freedom Center’s Decades Dance, a high-energy community event featuring the greatest hits from the 1950s through the 1980s!

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Join us on April 17th from 5:00–8:00 PM for an evening filled with live music, nonstop dancing, and classic throwback vibes. Dress to impress in your favorite decade-inspired outfit and enter our Best Costume Contest for a chance to win bragging rights and prizes.

 

In addition to live entertainment, enjoy:

 

  • Classic cars on display

  • Food vendors on site

  • A welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere for all ages

 

Ticket Prices:

 

  • $25 – General Admission

  • $15 – Veterans & Students

  • Free – Active Military (with ID) and children under 12

 

Tickets are available at the door or online.

 

All proceeds support the Rowland Freedom Center’s mission to honor, support, and connect veterans and the community. Bring your friends, bring your family, and bring your best moves!

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Cup of Joe

Every 1st Saturday, 9am-11am

The Rowland Freedom Center welcomes veterans, military and first responders to free coffee and doughnuts every first Saturday of the month. Stop on by and see our collection while enjoying some coffee and doughnuts amongst fellow veterans/first responders!

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
  • Herm Rowland – Chair  Emeritus

  • Len Augustine – Chair

  • Sandy Person – Vice-Chair

  • Keith Hitzeman - Treasurer

  • John Evalle - Secretary

  • Jim Dunbar

  • Kelly Nice

  • Scott Pederson

STAFF LEADERSHIP
  • Bob Hampton – Chief Executive Officer

  • Paul Mirich – General Manager

  • Shaina Whaley - Museum Curator

  • Jennifer House - Event Coordinator/Community Relations Liaison

  • Diego Rodriguez - Operation Specialist

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
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HOURS OF OPERATION
  • 10AM-4PM, Wednesday-Sunday

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Rowland Freedom Center
300 County Airport Rd. Ste. C4
Vacaville, CA 95688
Phone: (707) 449-3402
501 (C)(3) Non-profit: Tax ID 68-0479628

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