MIHPF Events
The Mare Island Historic Park Foundation is proud to host and share in a number of events during the year that help us fundraise and educate the public about the historic island. Learn more about the latest happenings below.

Speaker Series: Cryptology
March
TBD
March 2, 2025
3p
Author Ralph Simpson will discuss over 2000 years of cipher evolution, starting with Julius Caesar and continuing to today with modern public key cryptography.

Open Mare Island Self-Guided Tour
March
TBD
March 9, 2025
12p-2p
Discover 142 years of Mare Island Naval Shipyard history at Open Mare Island! Start at The Quarters Coffee House to pick up your free map and enjoy a coffee, then explore historic sites with docent-led insights on this self-guided walking and driving tour.

Music at the Chapel: A Celebration of St. Patrick's Day
March
TBD
March 16, 2025
3PM
Enjoy a festive St. Patrick's Day celebration at this concert by Irish singer Robert Scott! Robert will perform a wide array of traditional Irish tunes. After the concert, you can enjoy a delicious Mare Island Brew in our beer garden on the lawn of the Chapel. Great fun for everyone!

Speaker Series: The Magic of Organs
April
TBD
April 13, 2025
4p
Join us in “All Things Organ” and surround yourselves in the resonant and inspiring sounds of our beautiful St. Peter’s Chapel Pipe Organ, our fourth pipe organ installed in 1966.

VOENA Presents Voices of Unity
May
TBD
May 4, 2025
3:00 - 4:30PM
Join VOENA, the renowned children’s choir, for a vibrant afternoon of music that blends nostalgic classics with global influences, featuring legendary songs that resonate across generations and cultures.

Mare Island Founders Day 2025
September
TBD
September 14, 2025
TBD
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!
Help us Preserve the Rich History of Mare Island
We honor the island and the integral role it played in defining American History as we know it. Please consider becoming a sustaining member to support our ongoing operation, but you can also see (and contribute to) the specific projects we are currently working on that need your support!
Contact Us
Questions or comments? Reach out to us and we'll respond promptly!
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