History Archives - PORTS Program

A white house with a white door in the center and wooden stairs leading up to it. On either side there is a white window with yellow shutters and a green shrub underneath.

Monterey Custom House: Trade and Government in Alta California

3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Arts and Culture, History, Monterey State Historic Park, People, Places, PORTS On-Demand

Monterey Custom House: Trade and Government in Alta California Explore California Historical Landmark #1 here at Monterey State Historic Park. The Custom House was the center of trade at a time when California was a part of Mexico and Monterey was the capital city.... Read MoreRead more about Monterey Custom House: Trade and Government in Alta California

Since Time Immemorial

3-5, 6-8, 9-12, History, People, Places, PORTS On-Demand, Sue-Meg State Park

Since Time Immemorial Join State Park Interpreter, Cochise Nez, for a 45-minute virtual walk-through of Sue-meg Village at Sue-meg State Park. Explore the Sweat House, Living House, and Dress House, and learn about Yurok culture and the significance of the people and... Read MoreRead more about Since Time Immemorial

The Water Cycle and California Water Project In-Person Field Trip!

3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Animals, Climate, History, PassPORTS Blended-Access Field Trips, Places, Plants, Science, Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area

The Water Cycle and California Water Project In-Person Field Trip! Explore the Water Cycle at Silverwood Lake SRA! During this two hour fieldtrip, students will learn where all of California’s water comes from, through the establishment of The California Water... Read MoreRead more about The Water Cycle and California Water Project In-Person Field Trip!

Cedar Springs History In-Person Field Trip at Silverwood Lake!

3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Animals, Climate, History, PassPORTS Blended-Access Field Trips, Places, Plants, Science, Silverwood Lake State Recreation Area

Cedar Springs History In-Person Field Trip at Silverwood Lake! Explore the history of Cedar Springs at Silverwood Lake SRA! This 2 hour program would feature a walk through our Nature Center, Apple Orchard and finishing up and our Campfire Center. We will discuss... Read MoreRead more about Cedar Springs History In-Person Field Trip at Silverwood Lake!

Hearst Castle In-Person Field Trip

3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Animals, Arts and Culture, Hearst Castle at Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument, History, Oceans and Watersheds, PassPORTS Blended-Access Field Trips, People, Places, Plants, Science, STEAM

Hearst Castle In-Person Field Trip Explore Hearst Castle! Come explore this hilltop castle designed by the first licensed female architect in California, Julia Morgan. School groups will enjoy views of the coastline as they take the castle bus up the hillside of... Read MoreRead more about Hearst Castle In-Person Field Trip