The ships, led by six of the tallest in the world, were taking part in the San Francisco Gold Rush Sail, a celebration of the 150th anniversary of the gold fever of 1849. The San Francisco Chronicle Marathon brought 4,000 athletes from across the nation and the world through the Presidio in July. Runners entered the park at the 15th Avenue Gate and journeyed along Crissy Field on their way to the Marina district. Bay Area natives Brad Hawthorne and Patti Smith emerged victorious. The Presidio Trust welcomed thirty Council for Excellence in Government Fellows to the Presidio to discuss the Trust's innovative mission and management strategy.
Participants use what they learn to better serve the public.
More than 800 people examined the unprecedented excavations that are taking place at the Presidio this summer at the Archaeology Open House. Visitors investigated research projects underway at Funston Avenue, the Officers' Club and Crissy Field. Dozens of archaeologists from around the nation and the world are helping to preserve and protect the Presidio's extraordinary cultural resources. 5th Annual Aloha Festival Join the Pacific Islanders Cultural Association for a celebration of Polynesian, Micronesian and Melanesian food, music and art. Live entertainment, craft exhibits and an outrigger canoe race guarantee fun for the whole family.