History Archives - PORTS Program

Understanding Hydroelectricity at the Folsom Powerhouse

6-8, Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park, History, People, Places, PORTS Programs, STEAM

Understanding Hydroelectricity at the Folsom Powerhouse Join us for an electrifying program about the power of the past here at Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park! During this program, we will learn all about the three main elements: water (movement), magnets, and... Read MoreRead more about Understanding Hydroelectricity at the Folsom Powerhouse

Building the California Delta: A Story of Chinese Immigration and Agriculture

3-5, Arts and Culture, History, Locke Boarding House, People, Plants, PORTS Programs

Building the California Delta: A Story of Chinese Immigration and Agriculture Join us as we explore the most complete example of a rural Chinese agricultural community in the United States! In this program, we will explore the Locke Boarding House Museum to discuss... Read MoreRead more about Building the California Delta: A Story of Chinese Immigration and Agriculture

Hi Up House: Resilience in the Canyon

3-5, History, People, PORTS Programs, Science, STEAM, Wildwood Canyon State Park

Hi Up House: Resilience in the Canyon This program uses the story of the McCollough family and the Hi-Up House, built in Wildwood Canyon during the Great Depression, to explore universal themes. Through a historical lens, students investigate resilience,... Read MoreRead more about Hi Up House: Resilience in the Canyon

Water: California’s Most Precious Resource

3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Climate, History, Millerton Lake State Recreation Area, Oceans and Watersheds, PORTS Programs

Water: California’s Most Precious Resource Come along as we explore how agriculture in California’s Central Valley demand for water led to the creation of one of the world's largest water infrastructure projects to quench the industries thirst. In this program... Read MoreRead more about Water: California’s Most Precious Resource

From Coal to Clay

3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Carnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area, History, People, Places, PORTS Programs

From Coal to Clay Join us for a trip back in time to over 125 years ago to the first coal mines in California and the long lost Brick Factory at Carnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area. In this program we will learn all about the daily life of coal miners and factory... Read MoreRead more about From Coal to Clay