Tour Oaklands intact historic North Field: Old Oakland Airport (North Field) was dedicated by Charles Lindbergh and often visited by Amelia Earhart. One of the nation’s most historic aviation sites, its original facilities—five hangers, an administration building, and a hotel, built between 1927 and 1929—are largely intact.
Tour hosted by Major Jordan Hayes, Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary, Amelia Earhart Senior Squadron 188. A level walk. Afterwards you may wish to visit the Oakland Aviation Museum. (Adults $15, Seniors 60+ $12, Children 5–12 $8)
Leader: Based in Alameda, Woody Minor has written extensively about Bay Area history on topics ranging from aviation and shipping to architecture and urban development. His books include Pacific Gateway, a history of the Port of Oakland focusing on the city's proud legacy as a maritime and aviation center. He is currently writing a history of Alameda.
Directions: Civil Air Patrol, USAF Auxiliary, Amelia Earhart Senior Squadron 188, 9636 Earhart Road. From 880, west on Hegenberger Road, cross Doolittle Drive, immediate right turn on Earhart Road. Use 9636 lot only.
Notes:
Vouchers, limited-income pricing, and any other special sales circumstances will be handled onsite at the starting point on the day of the walking tour.
These tours support Oakland Heritage Alliance, a non-profit that tells Oakland’s story through walking tours, lectures, newsletters and advocacy. We welcome volunteers and new members!
PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.oaklandheritage.org for profiles of tour leaders. We are grateful for their skill and generosity.
THESE TOURS ARE BASED IN PART on the research of the Oakland Cultural Heritage Survey, a project of the City of Oakland Strategic Planning Division, and the resources of the Oakland History Center, 2nd floor, Oakland Main Library.
PLEASE MEET 15 MINUTES BEFORE listed time to allow for registration.
Due to the continued prevalence of CoVid, we encourage masks and social distancing, but as masks are not required outdoors by Alameda County, we are unable to enforce these suggestions. We hope you will be guided by consideration for others.
Comfortable walking shoes, sun hats and sunscreen are recommended. Bring water.
In case of substantial rain, the tour will be rescheduled.
Please check your email the morning of the walking tour for any last-minute changes, clarifications, or cancellation.