School & Education Programs
USS Hornet School Programs
The goal of each HORNET educational program is to use the unique, stimulating environment of this historic aircraft carrier to teach science and history concepts in an interesting, interactive, fun manner. Each program features a theme-based tour of the ship with hands-on activities.
We currently offer four different programs:
To book a school fieldtrip: contact the Ticketing Office at (510) 521-8448 x 282, fax a reservation form to (510) 749-3699, or mail to: School Programs, USS Hornet Museum, PO Box 460, Alameda CA 94501
Pathways to History: "41,000 Tons of Fun Field Trip"
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Tour Only |
w/ Flight SimulatorStudents |
| Students |
$4.00 |
$7.50 |
| Adult Chaperones |
$8.00 |
$11.50 |
Box Lunches available for $6.50 per person.
Information and Reservations
View the Application Form and Guidelines (includes classroom discussion topics).
Download a free copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader from: 
To book a school fieldtrip: contact the Ticketing Office at (510) 521-8448 x 282, fax a reservation form to (510) 749-3699, or mail to: School Programs, USS Hornet Museum, PO Box 460, Alameda CA 94501
Pathways to Science: Apollo Mission
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Tour Only |
w/ Flight SimulatorStudents |
| Students |
$4.00 |
$7.50 |
| Adult Chaperones |
$8.00 |
$11.50 |
Box Lunches available for $6.50 per person.
Information and Reservations
View the Application Form and Guidelines (includes classroom discussion topics).
Download a free copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader: 
To book a school fieldtrip: contact the Ticketing Office at (510) 521-8448 x 282, fax a reservation form to (510) 749-3699, or mail to: School Programs, USS Hornet Museum, PO Box 460, Alameda CA 94501
Step into History: 11th Grade Curriculum
This day program based on the California Standards uses the ship as a platform for teaching various aspects of 20th century U.S. and World History in our unique venue.
Students board the ship in the morning, are provided workbooks, split into groups and rotate through 7 learning stations staffed by a Hornet Educator. Using location, artifacts, multi-media presentations, and historic film footage, students:
Learn about World War II Pacific Strategy on the Admiral’s bridge from which it was actually directed
Are given an overview of the Cold War in a pilot Ready Room where pilots of that era were briefed on their missions
Get an “insider” education on the Space Race -- 10 feet from an Apollo capsule and quarantine used by the Apollo astronauts
Subject Focus and Locations
“Cell Phone, Hybrid Car? Thank WWII” |
Engine Room and Crew’s Mess |
“One Small Step for a Man…” |
Hangar Bay 2 – Apollo Exhibit |
“Life or Death, Hide and Seek” |
Navigation Bridge |
“The Greatest Battle You’ve Never Heard Of” |
Hangar Bay 1 – TBM Avenger |
“Rise of a Superpower” |
Officer’s Wardroom |
“Overcoming Oppression” |
442nd Regiment Exhibit |
“US vs Them – A Way of Life” |
Forecastle |
Download Teacher Guide
Program Rate
Rates are for 15 or more students with three weeks advance reservation. (The museum requires a minimum of one adult for every eight students.) School prices apply on weekdays during school hours. Call for price.
Information and Reservations
To book the Step Into History educational program, contact the Education Office at (510) 521-8448 x 228.
Step into Science: 9th-12th Grade Curriculum
Science from Stem to Stern!
A Fun Applied Science and Math Fieldtrip aboard the USS Hornet!
Welcome to the California Standards based 9th-11th grade Science/Math day program held on board the USS Hornet, an aircraft carrier that exhibits textbook science and math, from calculus to physics in hands, on user friendly setting. We hypothesize that you will have a unique and experiential adventure into science!!!
By exploring the operational functions of a WWII Aircraft Carrier, your students will utilize math and physics to relative locations throughout the ship. Apply mathematical concepts to Hornet’s Engines and generators. Explore the principles of thermodynamics using our balloon towers. Examples of this exclusive educational experience include how vectors are applied to Navy navigation on the Admiral’s Bridge.
We provide you with advance lesson plans in your classroom prior to your day on the USS Hornet. You and your students come aboard in the morning, and can choose from 4 separate locations throughout the ship, staffed by our educators, which teach the exciting concepts of the scientific and mathematical world.
The Stem to Stern program uses the historic surroundings of the USS Hornet to offer a one-of-a-kind learning environment and a seamless plan of the day for an unforgettable and unique lesson in science.
Come, let us educate you from Stem to Stern!
Subject Focus and Locations
“Work & Power - Vectors / Multivariable Calculus” |
Admiral’s Bridge |
“Energy Transfer - Physics / Algebra” |
Engine Room / Aux Generator |
“Sonar Principals \ Thermodynamics - Physics & Trig” |
Combat Info Center (CIC) / 02 Level |
“Energy Transfer - Work & Powe \ Calculus \ Physics” |
Catapult / Flight Deck |
Download Teacher Guide
Program Rate
Rates are for 15 or more students with three weeks advance reservation. (The museum requires a minimum of one adult for every eight students.) School prices apply on weekdays during school hours. Call for price.
Information and Reservations
To book the Step Into History educational program, contact the Education Office at (510) 521-8448 x 228.
Junior Crewmember Live-Aboard