MIHPF Events

Prepare for an exhilarating dive into naval history! Join us for our next Speaker Series event featuring Dr. Winkler, an esteemed educator at the Naval War College and author extraordinaire. In just one captivating hour, Dr. Winkler will unveil the riveting story of "America’s First Aircraft Carrier, USS Langley and the Dawn of U.S. Naval Aviation." This event is co-sponsored by: USS Hornet Museum, Association of Naval Aviation (ANA) - San Francisco Bay Area Squadron, Maritime Patrol Association - Moffett Chapter, Moffett Field Historical Society - Moffett Field Museum, Naval Order of the United States (NOUS) - San Francisco Commandery, ‍Navy League of the United States

Join Verismo Opera for an afternoon of beloved opera choruses! This performance features highlights from great works such as La traviata, Norma, and Carmen, as well as pieces from less well known gems. From the drama of Dido and Aeneas to the wit of Pirates of Penzance, you will find joy, sorrow, and inspiration in this delightful program.

Join us for the Mare Island Historic Park Foundation for our next Speaker Series with Cecilia Gaerlan on August 18 at 3 PM at St. Peter's Chapel. We are honored to host Cecilia I. Gaerlan, Founder and Executive Director of the Bataan Legacy Historical Society, as our distinguished speaker.

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of beautiful music. With its warm timbre, the viola is perfectly paired with the guitar, and perfectly suited for the warm, intimate setting of St. Peter’s Chapel. The varied program will feature works by Franz Schubert, Astor Piazzolla, and Gabriel Fauré.

Step back in time and join us for a blast from the past! Celebrate 170 years of Mare Island's history at our Founders Day extravaganza. On September 15th, from 1 pm to 4 pm, immerse yourself in family fun, live music, silent auctions, and more. Entry is free, with paid activities for all ages. Don't miss this nostalgic celebration! Remember to bring your own chair for a comfortable day of festivities!

Join MIHPF and Mare Island CO for our second Open Mare Island, featuring self-guided walking/driving tours of historic Mare Island, Docents will be stationed at four locations to present the area and answer questions, including St. Peter's Chapel and the Naval Cemetery.

Get ready for an epic bike tour around the island!

Prepare to unlock the chilling mysteries of Mare Island's past! Join us for our next Speaker Series event on October 27th at 3 pm, featuring Jeffrey Dwyer, Ph.D., a renowned paranormal investigator.

Join MIHPF and Mare Island CO for our second Open Mare Island, featuring self-guided walking/driving tours of historic Mare Island, Docents will be stationed at four locations to present the area and answer questions, including St. Peter's Chapel and the Naval Cemetery.

More info to come!