Lectures & Talks in SF Bay Area

Campfire Program

Thu, 28 May 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops where National Park Service rangers present Indigenous, military, and WWII internment histories for visitors of all ages.

Campfire Program

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops where National Park Service rangers present Indigenous, military, and WWII internment histories for visitors of all ages.

The Etruscans

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 10:00 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

Join Humanities West for a focused exploration of the Etruscans at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco. This evening lecture examines Etruscan origins, daily life, art, and their influence on later cultures, guided by expert speakers. A thoughtful, scholarly look at an often overlooked ancient civilization.

This is Now with Angie Coiro: Theo Baker

Fri, 29 May 2026 at 12:00 PM

Kepler's Books

Lecture

Theo Baker discusses the investigation that led to the resignation of Stanford's president, recounting alleged off-the-books funds and governance controversies. In this episode of This is Now, Angie Coiro hosts a revealing, interview-style talk at Kepler's Books in Menlo Park.

The Great Crump Presents His Magic with Former Imagineer Chris Crump

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 6:00 AM

The Walt Disney Family Museum

Lecture

Join the Walt Disney Family Museum on May 30, 2026 at 1 PM for a lecture with former Disney Imagineer Chris Crump. The Great Crump presents his magic, offering behind-the-scenes stories, design philosophy, and insights into storytelling and ride engineering that shaped beloved Disney experiences.

Campfire Program

Sat, 30 May 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops where National Park Service rangers present Indigenous, military, and WWII internment histories for visitors of all ages.

Campfire Program

Sun, 31 May 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops where National Park Service rangers present Indigenous, military, and WWII internment histories for visitors of all ages.

Campfire Program

Mon, 1 Jun 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops where National Park Service rangers present Indigenous, military, and WWII internment histories for visitors of all ages.

Campfire Program

Tue, 2 Jun 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops where National Park Service rangers present Indigenous, military, and WWII internment histories for visitors of all ages.

Eric Ries with Kim Scott

Tue, 2 Jun 2026 at 12:00 PM

Kepler's Books

Lecture

Eric Ries and Kim Scott discuss leadership, startups, and management at Kepler's Books in Menlo Park. The event pairs lean startup methodology with candid leadership tips, offering practical takeaways for entrepreneurs and managers. A smart, accessible evening for business readers and tech professionals.

Campfire Program

Wed, 3 Jun 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops where National Park Service rangers present Indigenous, military, and WWII internment histories for visitors of all ages.

Campfire Program

Thu, 4 Jun 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks by National Park Service rangers at Presidio Tunnel Tops covering Indigenous histories, military stories including Buffalo Soldiers, WWII Japanese American internment, and more.

History Museum: Free First Fridays (Redwood City)

Fri, 5 Jun 2026 at 3:00 AM

San Mateo County History Museum

Lecture

Free admission 10:00–16:00 on the first Friday of every month at the San Mateo County History Museum. Housed in a 1910 courthouse with a stained-glass dome and mosaic tile floor, it offers a window into local history.

Campfire Program

Fri, 5 Jun 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks by National Park Service rangers at Presidio Tunnel Tops covering Indigenous histories, military stories including Buffalo Soldiers, WWII Japanese American internment, and more.

Nike Missile Site Open House

Sat, 6 Jun 2026 at 5:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Monthly open house at the SF-88 Nike Missile Site (Golden Gate NRA) with rangers and veterans sharing Cold War history and guided tours at 12:15, 1:15 and 2:15 PM.

Campfire Program

Sat, 6 Jun 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks by National Park Service rangers at Presidio Tunnel Tops covering Indigenous histories, military stories including Buffalo Soldiers, WWII Japanese American internment, and more.

Battery Townsley Open House

Sun, 7 Jun 2026 at 5:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Monthly open house and guided tours at Battery Townsley (Fort Cronkhite) exploring its WWII and Cold War era underground tunnels, guns, and historic military use.

Campfire Program

Sun, 7 Jun 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks by National Park Service rangers at Presidio Tunnel Tops covering Indigenous histories, military stories including Buffalo Soldiers, WWII Japanese American internment, and more.

Campfire Program

Mon, 8 Jun 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks by National Park Service rangers at Presidio Tunnel Tops covering Indigenous histories, military stories including Buffalo Soldiers, WWII Japanese American internment, and more.

Unfrozen: The Fight for the Future of the Arctic

Mon, 8 Jun 2026 at 10:30 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

Join a forward-looking Arctic discussion at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco. The talk dives into climate science, Arctic policy, and geopolitics driving the region's future, with expert insights and audience Q&A in a professional forum.

Campfire Program

Tue, 9 Jun 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks by National Park Service rangers at Presidio Tunnel Tops covering Indigenous histories, military stories including Buffalo Soldiers, WWII Japanese American internment, and more.

Campfire Program

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks by National Park Service rangers at Presidio Tunnel Tops covering Indigenous histories, military stories including Buffalo Soldiers, WWII Japanese American internment, and more.

Gad Saad: Suicidal Empathy—Dying to Be Kind

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 at 10:30 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

Gad Saad headlines the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco with 'Suicidal Empathy—Dying to Be Kind.' The talk probes how excessive empathy shapes politics and civility, drawing on evolutionary psychology and philosophy. A provocative, thought-provoking evening at the historic venue.

Campfire Program

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks by National Park Service rangers at Presidio Tunnel Tops covering Indigenous histories, military stories including Buffalo Soldiers, WWII Japanese American internment, and more.

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