San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park comprises a museum, administrative building and library, visitor center and hotel complex, workshops, other facilities, and a collection of historic vessels ranging from large sailing and steam ships to small sailing dinghies. It is located on the San Francisco Bay in the heart of the city, amidst tourist attractions and waterfront facilities for city residents. This charrette was the eighth in a series cosponsored by the National Park Service and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The objective of the charrette was to develop a plan for further greening of San Francisco Maritime Historical Park in high priority areas such as solar and other alternative energy sources, use of green materials and products, and interpretation of sustainability for visitors. The event began with a half-day tour of the site, designed to introduce speakers and other outside participants to issues at the park that might be addressed during the charrette.