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Techs on Decks

Saturday, November 14, 2026 - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Cost: 25 Adult*
*Educators (with ID) and Students are FREE
USS Hornet Sea, Air & Space Museum | 707 W. Hornet Avenue, Alameda, Ca

Event Details

Submitted by the Event Organizer

USS Hornet

Techs on Decks celebrates Innovation. We celebrate the anniversary of the Apollo 12 Moon mission since the USS Hornet (CV 12) 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 aboard one of the Navy’s most historic ships! Our main sponsors from last year have re-committed, so we are pleased to announce we will have free entry for students and educators and free pizza and cookies!

What to Expect

Explore a day of discovery across the ship:
  • Hands-on STEM activities
  • Live and interactive activities with robotics
  • Live demonstrations, including air pressure, navigation, and catapult systems
  • Docent-led exploration of exhibits and ship technology
  • Self-guided access to multiple decks of the USS Hornet
  • Opportunities to connect with students, volunteers, and educators
  • Educational video stations and historical content

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: 25 Adult*
*Educators (with ID) and Students are FREE
Categories: Art & Museums, In Person, Kids & Families, Lectures & Workshops, Walks & Tours
Venue: USS Hornet Sea, Air & Space Museum
Address: 707 W. Hornet Avenue, Alameda, Ca

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