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Wells Fargo Museum
208 reviews
#12 of 125 Museums in San Francisco
"This is a great museum for history buffs to learn the history of Wells Fargo, take a photo in an authentic stagecoach, see photos of old California and SF, use a vintage bank machine.""An amazing museum (and it's free) that shows so much of the history of San Francisco and of America's early days of expansion, transportation, and commerce."
Chinese Historical Society of America
54 reviews
#23 of 125 Museums in San Francisco
"Thoughtfully displayed photos and artifacts educate and entertain while hands-on exhibits offer an excellent opportunity to gain insight into the fascinating history of the Chinese American experience.""This museum by the Chinese Historical Society of America offers an insightful look into Chinese immigration to the United States from the beginning of the Gold Rush to more recent events."
GLBT Historical Society Museum
84 reviews
#25 of 125 Museums in San Francisco
"Docents provide insights during tours through excellent exhibits as well as personal experiences in San Francisco, where so much of this history occurred, and is still occurring.""Popped into the museum and was glad I did, the hosts explained the history and gave me tips on where to visit to make the history come alive."
Tenderloin Museum
11 reviews
#38 of 125 Museums in San Francisco
"This small museum is the best place to start a walking tour of the Tenderloin It explains the origins and the history of the neighborhood with excellent pictures, videos and music They also have maps with some of...""The Museum is modest and text heavy but you'll get an excellent overview of SF history and the Tenderloin's role in it."
San Francisco African American Historical & Cultural Society
#114 of 125 Museums in San Francisco
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