Books about California
Books about California, including etexts, and publishers lists. Includes San Francisco publishers and books about the City.
Critical Mass History
History of the monthly bicylist protest through the streets of the City.
Encyclopedia of San Francisco
A project from the San Francisco Museum & Historical Society. Includes a timeline, gallery, bios, etc.
Golden Gate International Exposition 1939-1940
History of the GGIE held on Treasure Island.
Heart of the City
Includes various sections on the City's cultural history, along with a street origin guide, written by journalist Hank Donat.
Horse and Buggy Days in San Francisco
Horse and Buggy Days in San Francisco. Old ads and photos from Larkins and Co., 1865-1913 carriage makers.
Jewish Life in San Francisco, 1860
A passage about Jewish life from "From Three Years in America," 1862.
Memories of San Francisco
A site dedicated to San Francisco’s Lost Landmarks, by Jim Smith.
Panama Pacific International Exposition
Contemporary texts, film, and memorabalia document the World's Fair held in San Francisco in 1915 to celebrate the opening of the Panama Canal.
Playland Amusement Park
The dark side of the Playland Amusement Park, and details of the restoration of Laffing Sal.
Postcard Exhibits
Exhibits of early postcards including the Cliff House, Golden Gate International Exposition, etc.
Reflections on Black History
Articles by Thomas Fleming, who writes for the Sun-Reporter, San Francisco's African American weekly.
San Francisco History Index
From prehistory to the present. Includes historical maps, neighborhoods, ethnic groups, an email list and forum.
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