For Kids

Learning Opportunities for Kids!

Kids can learn more about the Port Chicago disaster and civil rights by viewing our Trading Cards link. Additionally, we currently do not have a Junior Ranger program for the Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial.

 
A colorized historic photo of the disaster aftermath which shows a lot of wooden debris and vehicles
Colorized Photographs

A small number of photos have been colorized to show more details and to provide a new perspective.

Graphic text reads: The Port Chicago Disaster Documentary, Into Forgetfulness.
Documentary: Into Forgetfulness

Watch a powerful documentary on The Port Chicago Disaster. Click link for the presentation page.

An historic photo of a young African American man in a sailor uniform.
Trading Cards

Learn more about how your kids can collect Trading Cards at our site.

Four African American sailors load munitions into a boxcar.
People

Learn about those who were affected by or killed by the disaster.

An historic photo of the disaster. Piles of wood from the pier can be seen.
Places

Learn more about Port Chicago.

Last updated: May 28, 2024

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4202 Alhambra Ave
Martinez, CA 94553

Phone:

925 228-8860 x6520
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