Join us November 14th, 2026 for our third annual Techs on the Decks event!
Techs on Decks celebrates Innovation. We celebrate the anniversary of the Apollo 12 Moon mission (The USS Hornet was the recovery ship for that mission) and innovation from then and now! Exhibitors will be on hand to share exciting new technology and career opportunities located in one of the most historic ships in the Navy!
Our main sponsors from last year have re-committed so we are pleased to announce we will have free entry for all students and free pizza for everyone!
For a summary of the results of our first year Click HERE.
Exhibitor
Please click here to register as a vendor for Techs on Decks 2026.
Vendor Tables are in Hangar Deck alongside the Museum’s collection of historic aircraft, helicopters, and NASA artifacts.
Set-Up will be from 8 – 10 AM, Tear-Down from 5 PM – 6 PM. Vendor Hall hours will be 10 AM – 5 PM. A lift will be available for load in and load out during designated timeframes.
Vendor Hall Status will include (dependent on tier):
- Exhibitor Table
- 10 x 10 ft display space, includes two 6 ft. tables including 2-4 chairs
- Promotion on social media.
- 2 Event Passes
- Acts as standard admission plus early/late access to the Vendor hall area
Special Events (Flight Deck-Weather Permitting)
Special Events (Hangar Deck)
LPC Society of Physics Students
Gator Gears High School Robotics Club
Alpha Bots
OCSI (Hitachi)
A Travelling Space Exhibit
Model Rocket Collection
AI Experiments and Workshops
Love Never Fails
Free Pizza! (Hangar Bay 3)
Special Events (Lower Decks)
Apollo 12 Recovery Presentation on loop in Wardroom
Visit the Museum Exhibits!
Take some time to explore the ship’s exhibits and open, restored spaces! Photos are allowed throughout the museum and you can learn what it would have been like to live, work, and serve aboard this historic city at sea!
Food and Drinks
Free Domino’s Pizza in Hangar Bay 3
Vending Machines for Drinks/Snacks
Parking
Parking is free throughout Alameda Point. The Museum’s parking lot is adjacent to her pier (pier parking is reserved for Museum staff, volunteers, and Accessible Parking). CLICK HERE for further information about Driving Directions and Parking information.
Restrooms
The Museum has Accessible bathrooms on the Hangar Deck. Restrooms, or heads, are also available on the next deck below, though they are authentic Navy accommodations (smaller stalls with curtains).
Accessibility?
The Museum is a National and State Historic Landmark, and as such retains its original steep stairs and occasional narrow passage throughout the ship. Visitors who are mobility impaired will only have access to the main Hangar Deck though they can access the Flight Deck if they are able to stand upright for a short time and climb 3-4 stairs(going up and down an escalator). For more information on our Accessibility, please CLICK HERE.