People 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

Trees of the Tahoe Basin

3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Animals, Climate, Ed Z'berg Sugar Pine Point State Park, People, Plants, PORTS Programs, Science

Trees of the Tahoe Basin Come learn about the amazing trees of Sugar Pine Point State Park and their adaptations to the harsh mountain climates of the Tahoe Basin. We will build a tree identification guide and investigate distinct features of tree species in the area.... Read MoreRead more about Trees of the Tahoe Basin

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