USS Hornet - Sea, Air and Space Museum

The USS Hornet spent almost three decades traveling the world's oceans in service to our nation. The USS Hornet Museum, a State and National Historic Landmark, is berthed at Pier 3 on the former naval air station in Alameda. The ship's active duty years spanned the 1940's - 60's. The historic aircraft carrier was a key participant in WWII, the Vietnam War, the Cold War and the recovery of the first two lunar landing space missions - Apollo 11 and 12. She was stored in a naval mothball fleet from 1970-1995.

When the Museum opened in 1998, it was the only sea, air and space museum on the West Coast. The Museum is onboard the USS Hornet Aircraft Carrier. Providing exhibitions on the history of the USS Hornet as well as it's sister essex class carriers, history of women's role in the Navy, history of the first flight and landing off a aircraft carrier and so much more. The Ship provides three decks for exploring as well as an opportunity to see the control tower from the inside. The Museum is a great resource for local and international visitors. Come by for a visit!

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