History

Join a park ranger to learn about the history of Fort Baker! We will discuss the history of the San Francisco Bay, Fort Baker's role in the defenses of the Bay Area, and perhaps a few secrets of the fort as well.

On Saturday, February 9, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Italian artists duo TTOZOI are bringing GENIUS LOCI to Fort Point. Stop by for this free event and see the artmaking process, meet the artists, and learn about Fort Point's history.

Join us for a walking tour of the Presidio Main Post with historian and retired National Park Service Ranger John Martini.

Join historian and retired National Park Service Ranger John Martini on this exploration of the Presidio's Fort Scott bluffs.

Come explore our sister national park in Richmond, California: The Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park!

Join historian and retired Park Ranger John Martini for a special tour of Fort Point.

Join historian and retired ranger John Martini for a special tour of what was once "City Cemetery" at the Lincoln Park Golf Course.

Meet National Park Service volunteer Walter Coe at his drop-in interpretive session in the Presidio Visitor Center.  No reservations required.

How can a 50-ton gun simply disappear? Learn this and other facts while helping load and aim the last operational gun of its kind.

Enjoy a free, family-friendly, celebratory event with music, food, and much more. Attendees will also have an opportunity to learn more about the next chapter of the national parksite, contribute your own creative ideas, and just have some fun.