Speakers Series Presentation: Changes in the San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge Tidal Marshes Join Wildlife Biologist Meg Marriott for an engaging presentation exploring the evolving landscape of the Baylands immediately west of Mare Island. This talk will examine recent changes in marsh culture, shape, ecological function, wildlife, and habitat. Learn how the San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge is working to restore Baylands to their native state while incorporating innovative designs that address sea level rise and long-term environmental resilience. A brief U.S. Navy video featuring drone footage of Mare Island and its environmental restoration efforts will also be shown. Date: March 29, 2026 Time: 3p-4p (Doors open at 2:30p) Location: St. Peter’s Chapel, Mare Island Tickets: $15 Advance Purchase $20 At the Door No preferred seating ADA NOTICE: St. Peter’s Chapel is a significant as a key contributing element of the Mare Island Historic District and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as a National Historic Landmark (NRIS Number: 75002103). Due to its historic significance, this building is not wheelchair accessible. 28 C.F.R. 35.150(A)(2). For more information, you may contact us through MIHPF.org. No physical tickets will be issued. Please check in at the event by providing the name used during registration.

Our chapel organ is carefully and expertly maintained by the internationally famous Schoenstein & Co. (Est. 1877), organ builders, of Benicia. Our presenters include the world-renowned Jack Bethards, Chairman and Tonal Advisor for Schoenstein & Co., and Bret Barner a skilled chapel organist, who frequently showcases his expertise and artistry through organ performances during special chapel events. This event will bring together the rich history of the Chapel organ accompanied by musical demonstrations that showcase its sublime sound. The occasion will highlight the organ’s evolution over time, from its inception to its present-day operation, and feature performances that exhibit its remarkable tonal capabilities. By combining historical context with live music, the event promises to be a unique and enriching experience, allowing attendees to appreciate the Chapel organ’s beauty and significance. Of note: Schoenstein & Co. refers to the pipe organ as “The King of instruments” and “must be a work of art to the eye and to the ear.” On St. Peter’s Chapel tours, with our luminous Tiffany-stained glass windows, we, as docents often share a Tiffany quote that “color is to the eye what music is to the ear.” Places where the artistry of art and music go hand in hand.

Author Ralph Simpson will discuss over 2000 years of cipher evolution, starting with Julius Caesar and continuing to today with modern public key cryptography. Throughout human history, militaries of the world have succeeded or failed based on the security of their communications. Mr. Simpson will join us to explain the role of cryptology in that history, what it is, and how it has impacted the world. This is your chance to not only learn about this fascinating subject but you will also have the opportunity to see and touch a captured German Enigma Machine from World War II. See the promotional video at: https://youtu.be/2Rx-rdXVE5s

Purchase tickets here: https://mare-island-historic-park-foundation.square.site/product/speaker-series-cryptology-march-2-2025/127?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false Author Ralph Simpson will discuss over 2000 years of cipher evolution, starting with Julius Caesar and continuing to today with modern public key cryptography. Throughout human history, militaries of the world have succeeded or failed based on the security of their communications. Mr. Simpson will join us to explain the role of cryptology in that history, what it is, and how it has impacted the world. This is your chance to not only learn about this fascinating subject but you will also have the opportunity to see and touch a captured German Enigma Machine from World War II. When: March 2, 2025, at 3:00 PM Where: St. Peter's Chapel, 1181 Walnut Ave, Mare Island Tickets: -Advanced - $15 -At the Door - $20 -MIHPF members put in your code for your discounts (If you need your code please email us at admin@mihpf.org with your name and email address)

Embark with Dr. Rob Hoffman of the Lawrence Livermore Laboratory on a historical journey spanning eight decades, from a pivotal amphibious operation in the 1940s to the high desert of Nevada during the peak of the Cold War era. Prior to the Allied landings on the Philippines, the Japanese employed Kamikaze pilots in a devastating aerial campaign during a naval battle, which ultimately became the deadliest in naval history. You will not believe what Dr. Hoffman and his team found!

Vallejo’s population is over 20% Filipino, and a significant reason for that is the United States Navy. On January 15, 1921, aboard USS San Diego (ACR-6) Fireman Second Class Telesforo Trinidad heroically rescued two shipmates following boiler explosions in two firerooms. At great risk to his life and suffering from severe burns to his face, he lived up to the military ethos to “leave no man behind.” Trinidad is the only Asian American during peacetime to ever receive the Medal of Honor for heroism above and beyond the call of duty. Ms. Cecilia I. Gaerlan is the founder and executive director of the Bataan Legacy Historical Society and was a founding member of the campaign that resulted in the naming of the first U.S. Navy ship after a Filipino American sailor, the USS Telesforo Trinidad(DDG-139). Her organization also changed the California Department of Education’s 11th-grade history curriculum to include a discussion of the Philippines in World War II. She also sits on the Board of Trustees of the Hornet Sea, Air and Space Museum.