Living Ship Day
USS Hornet MuseumTo kick off Living Ship Days 2016, the USS Hornet Museum (Hornet) will pay tribute to the furry, unsung heroes of the high seas – domestic cats – and raise...
To kick off Living Ship Days 2016, the USS Hornet Museum (Hornet) will pay tribute to the furry, unsung heroes of the high seas – domestic cats – and raise...
SCIENCE TEACHER OPEN HOUSE AND TRAINING DAY ONBOARD THE USS HORNET! The USS Hornet Museum and the United States Naval Academy STEM Office Presents: “The 2nd annual STEM to Sea...
World War II was the first large scale conflict in which countries could make use of television and cheap color printing. America took full advantage of this by developing an entire platform of propaganda and educational media featuring popular cartoon characters. Hear from presenters Brian Fies and Corry Kanzenberg, who will speak to the history of cartoons during times of war, including topics such as Walt Disney Studios, Captain America, and Snoopy at the Red Baron!
An interesting night of learning is in store for you onboard Hornet Friday March 25 from 6p until 9p. Not only will we be previewing a new and unique exhibit about innovation...
The USS Hornet Museum is commemorating the 74th anniversary of World War II’s infamous Doolittle Tokyo Air Raid, the first strike against Japan after Pearl Harbor, which was led by Alameda-born Gen. James “Jimmy” Doolittle. Events include a presentation by WWII veteran and former Hornet CV-8 crewmember, Richard Nowatzki who was an eyewitness to the launch of the historic Raid.
Sleep among the spirits as you spend the night onboard after touring the USS Hornet exclusively in small groups after hours. Investigate the historic aircraft carrier’s well-known “paranormal hot spots” while she is illuminated in the red lights used for “night ops.” Will we be alone in the dark? Book now and find out! The overnight stay begins at 6:00pm and costs $100 per person ($75 for members). Reservations Required: (510) 521-8448 x224
Museum’s Living Ship Series Commemorates Recovery of Apollo 11 and 12 Lunar Missions Celebrate the 47th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Splashdown and relive the heyday of the U.S. space...
MONSTERS BASH Premier Haunted Attraction & Party Presented by A-Town Events & USS Hornet Museum Saturday, October 29, 2016 7:30pm – 1:00am Live Music by : Less Presson...
TICKETS New Year's Eve onboard the Aircraft Carrier USS HORNET STEM TO STEM- A Special BIG BAND DANCE Fundraising Gala for the Museum’s Education Department Saturday, December 31, 2016...
Francis Gary Powers, Jr. to Be Guest Speaker on the USS Hornet Son of Famous Cold War Hero to Talk About the U-2 Incident of 1960 Alameda, CA – Francis...