San Francisco Center for the Book, San Francisco

Name: San Francisco Center for the Book
Address: 375 Rhode Island St (Between 16th and 17th Streets), San Francisco, United States

#484 among attractions in San Francisco

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The San Francisco Center for the Book is a non-profit organization founded in 1996 by Mary Austin and Kathleen Burch in San Francisco, California in the United States. The first center of its kind on the West Coast, SFCB was modeled after two similar organizations, The Center for Book Arts in New York City and the Minnesota Center for Book Arts in Minneapolis. ()

Coordinates: 37°45'55"N, 122°24'7"W

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375 Rhode Island St (Between 16th and 17th Streets)Southeast San Francisco (Potrero Hill)San Francisco United States

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San Francisco Center for the Book – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: DNA Lounge, Slim's, The Endup, The Stud.

0.7 miNW
Dancing, Nightlife
DNA Lounge, San Francisco
18 min walk • DNA Lounge is an iconic nightclub and live music venue located in the heart of San Francisco's SoMa (South of Market) district. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and eclectic mix of events, this venue has been a staple in the city's nightlife scene since its inception...
0.7 miNW
Nightlife, Dancing
Slim's, San Francisco
20 min walk • Slim's in San Francisco, United States, was a celebrated live music nightclub that served as a hub for diverse musical acts and lively performances. Established in 1988 by rock promoter Boz Scaggs and others, Slim's boasted a vibrant history and reputation as one of...
0.8 miN
Dancing, Nightlife
The Endup, San Francisco
22 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant heart of San Francisco's SoMa district, The Endup is a nightclub that has become an iconic fixture of the city's nightlife scene. Known for its eclectic mix of music and inclusive atmosphere, this venue has been a pulsating hub for revelers since...
0.7 miNW
Dancing, Nightlife
The Stud, San Francisco
18 min walk • The Stud, an iconic LGBTQ+ bar located in the vibrant city of San Francisco, United States, stands as a testament to the rich history and culture of the local queer community. Opened in 1966, this establishment has become a cornerstone of San Francisco's nightlife...
~1620 ftE
Music venue
Bottom of the Hill, San Francisco
8 min walk • Bottom of the Hill is a concert venue located at the corner of 17th and Missouri streets in the Potrero Hill district of San Francisco, California According to Rolling Stone, the Bottom of the Hill is the best place to hear live music in San Francisco.
0.7 miNW
Dancing, Nightlife
Death Guild, San Francisco
18 min walk • Death Guild is the oldest continually operating gothic/industrial dance club in the United States, and second in the world. Death Guild opened on March 15, 1993, and is currently held every Monday at DNA Lounge in San Francisco.
0.8 miNW
Church, Romanesque revival architecture
St. Joseph's Church and Complex, San Francisco
22 min walk • St. Joseph's Church and Complex is a historic church at 1401–1415 Howard Street in San Francisco, California, United States. It was built in 1914 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
0.5 miE
Museum, Science museum, Library
Letterform Archive, San Francisco
12 min walk • Letterform Archive is a non-profit museum and special collections library in San Francisco, California dedicated to collecting materials on the history of lettering, typography, printing, and graphic design.
0.9 miW
Museum, Art gallery
The Lab, San Francisco
23 min walk • The Lab is a not-for-profit arts organization and performance space located in San Francisco's Redstone Building. Since 1984, The Lab has hosted performances and projects by artists including Nan Goldin, Barbara Kruger, David Wojnarowicz, Barry McGee, Kim Gordon and Kathleen Hanna.
0.9 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Cinema
Victoria Theatre, San Francisco
24 min walk • Victoria Theatre is a 480-seat theater in San Francisco's Mission District, which presents locally produced original plays, live concerts, film festivals, musicals, performances by international performing companies and other kinds of events.
0.8 miNW
Museum, Art gallery
New Langton Arts, San Francisco
21 min walk • New Langton Arts was a not-for-profit arts organization focusing on contemporary art founded in 1975 in San Francisco, California. Part of the first wave of alternative art spaces in the US, New Langton Arts was a leader in exhibiting new media forms in art and involving artists in the decision-making process.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to San Francisco Center for the Book?

Nearby attractions include Wattis Institute for Contemporary Arts, San Francisco (5 min walk), Catharine Clark Gallery, San Francisco (7 min walk), Bottom of the Hill, San Francisco (8 min walk), Letterform Archive, San Francisco (12 min walk).

How to get to San Francisco Center for the Book by public transport?

The nearest stations to San Francisco Center for the Book:

Bus

De Haro Street & 16th Street • Lines: 19 (2 min walk)
Rhode Island Street & 17th Street • Lines: 19 (2 min walk)

Trolleybus

16th Street & Rhode Island Street • Lines: 22 (2 min walk)

Light rail

UCSF Medical Center • Lines: T (19 min walk)
UCSF/Chase Center • Lines: T (19 min walk)

Train

22nd Street (20 min walk)
San Francisco 4th & King Street (22 min walk)

Metro

16th Street Mission • Lines: Blue, Green, Red, Yellow (25 min walk)
Civic Center • Lines: Blue, Green, Red, Yellow (30 min walk)

Tram

Market Street & 9th Street • Lines: F (30 min walk)