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The state's official historical group has focused its efforts on assembling this impressive collection of Californiana. The vaults hold half a million photographs and thousands of books, magazines and paintings, as well as an extensive Gold Rush collection; selections are presented as changing displays on the state's history. The gift shop has an excellent little bookshop and a selection of souvenirs, including one of the best: the California Republic T-shirt.
California Historical Society details
between 3rd & New Montgomery Streets
Area San Francisco
Transport BART & Metro to Montgomery/bus 9, 9X, 10, 14, 30, 45, 71.
Telephone 357 1848
Open noon-4.30pm Wed-Sat.
Admission $3; $1 reductions.
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