Location: Rohner Park - Fortuna CA

Rohner Park Rodeo Grounds – Fortuna CA

Entrance and ticket booths for rodeo grounds, Rohner Park - Fortuna CA

In 1940, the Works Progress Administration (WPA) developed the rodeo grounds at the Municipal Park, now Rohner Park, in Fortuna.  WPA relief workers built the grandstand, judges stand, concession stands, restrooms and more – most of which appear to still… read more

Rohner Park Improvements – Fortuna CA

Entrance sign, Rohner Park - Fortuna CA

In 1940, the Works Progress Administration (WPA), in concert with the city, developed the Municipal Park of Fortuna – now known as Rohner Park.  By 1940, the WPA was part of the reorganized Federal Works Agency (later to become the… read more