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In 1930, San Francisco voters approved a charter amendment to increase taxes to fund the construction of the Anza Branch Library. Using the site of the old Lafayette School, architect John Reid, Jr...
Show moreIn 1930, San Francisco voters approved a charter amendment to increase taxes to fund the construction of the Anza Branch Library. Using the site of the old Lafayette School, architect John Reid, Jr., designed and landscaped the new branch building. The new branch was dedicated on April 10, 1932, with 11,823 new books on the shelves. Total cost for the building and its furnishings was $57,117.29. Anza Branch Library was the 17th branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system. The branch closed temporarily for renovation in May 2009. The Anza Branch reopened on Saturday June 18, 2011.
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Show moreIn 1930, San Francisco voters approved a charter amendment to increase taxes to fund the construction of the Anza Branch Library. Using the site of the old Lafayette School, architect John Reid, Jr., designed and landscaped the new branch building. The new branch was dedicated on April 10, 1932, with 11,823 new books on the shelves. Total cost for the building and its furnishings was $57,117.29. Anza Branch Library was the 17th branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system. The branch closed temporarily for renovation in May 2009. The Anza Branch reopened on Saturday June 18, 2011.
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The original Bayview/Anna E. Waden Branch Library was opened as a storefront facility in 1927. It was the 13th branch in the San Francisco Public Library system, replacing a "library station" that...
Show moreThe original Bayview/Anna E. Waden Branch Library was opened as a storefront facility in 1927. It was the 13th branch in the San Francisco Public Library system, replacing a "library station" that had been established in 1921. In 1969, a red brick building was built on the corner of the 3rd Street and Revere Avenue in the Bayview/Hunters Point district. With a bequest from Anna E. Waden, a clerical employee of the City of San Francisco. Miss Waden's gift of $185,700 paid for the development of this cooperative community project. The building was completed in February 1969, and the formal dedication took place on July 12, 1969. The architect was John S. Bolles & Associates and the contractor was Nibbi Brothers. The façade included a sculpture by Jacques Overhoff. During an in-depth community assessment process undertaken as part of the Branch Library Improvement Program, which included many community meetings and input from neighborhood groups, it was decided to replace the building in favor of a new, larger branch library for the Bayview /Hunters Point Community. During the demolition of the old building, a historic advertising sign was found on the façade of a neighboring building. The new Bayview Library opened February 23, 2013.
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Show moreThe original Bayview/Anna E. Waden Branch Library was opened as a storefront facility in 1927. It was the 13th branch in the San Francisco Public Library system, replacing a "library station" that had been established in 1921. In 1969, a red brick building was built on the corner of the 3rd Street and Revere Avenue in the Bayview/Hunters Point district. With a bequest from Anna E. Waden, a clerical employee of the City of San Francisco. Miss Waden's gift of $185,700 paid for the development of this cooperative community project. The building was completed in February 1969, and the formal dedication took place on July 12, 1969. The architect was John S. Bolles & Associates and the contractor was Nibbi Brothers. The façade included a sculpture by Jacques Overhoff. During an in-depth community assessment process undertaken as part of the Branch Library Improvement Program, which included many community meetings and input from neighborhood groups, it was decided to replace the building in favor of a new, larger branch library for the Bayview /Hunters Point Community. During the demolition of the old building, a historic advertising sign was found on the façade of a neighboring building. The new Bayview Library opened February 23, 2013.
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SFPL Mobile Outreach offers a variety of library services beyond our physical locations. Our aim is to connect with SF residents where they work, play, create, learn and live regardless of physical...
Show moreSFPL Mobile Outreach offers a variety of library services beyond our physical locations. Our aim is to connect with SF residents where they work, play, create, learn and live regardless of physical, economic, social, and geographic or other barriers. We offer library services to people of all ages and abilities throughout the City of San Francisco for their recreational, educational and lifelong learning needs. Our bookmobiles visit over 60 locations offering a wide variety of library materials in multiple formats as well as a menu of library programming. We can be found at senior centers & residences, schools and day care centers. We serve as Treasure Island’s only library service and participate in community and cultural events happening year round. Mobile Outreach brings the library to you!
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Show moreSFPL Mobile Outreach offers a variety of library services beyond our physical locations. Our aim is to connect with SF residents where they work, play, create, learn and live regardless of physical, economic, social, and geographic or other barriers. We offer library services to people of all ages and abilities throughout the City of San Francisco for their recreational, educational and lifelong learning needs. Our bookmobiles visit over 60 locations offering a wide variety of library materials in multiple formats as well as a menu of library programming. We can be found at senior centers & residences, schools and day care centers. We serve as Treasure Island’s only library service and participate in community and cultural events happening year round. Mobile Outreach brings the library to you!
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Chinatown Branch Library, built in 1921 by architect G. Albert Lansburgh is a Carnegie library originally named the North Beach Branch. It is the third branch in the system. Located in Chinatown,...
Show moreChinatown Branch Library, built in 1921 by architect G. Albert Lansburgh is a Carnegie library originally named the North Beach Branch. It is the third branch in the system. Located in Chinatown, on Powell Street between Washington and Jackson, the name was changed in 1958 to more accurately reflect the community served. In 1972, the Chinese language, and the Chinese American Interest collections were started in response to the needs and interests of the Chinatown community. In 1991, public and private funds were obtained for a major renovation and expansion of the Chinatown Branch Library. The branch was seismically retrofitted and expanded to twice its original size with a community meeting room and story-room available to use for programs and special events. After renovation the branch reopened on June 15, 1996. Chinatown Branch Library was renamed Chinatown/Him Mark Lai Branch Library on November 4, 2010.
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Show moreChinatown Branch Library, built in 1921 by architect G. Albert Lansburgh is a Carnegie library originally named the North Beach Branch. It is the third branch in the system. Located in Chinatown, on Powell Street between Washington and Jackson, the name was changed in 1958 to more accurately reflect the community served. In 1972, the Chinese language, and the Chinese American Interest collections were started in response to the needs and interests of the Chinatown community. In 1991, public and private funds were obtained for a major renovation and expansion of the Chinatown Branch Library. The branch was seismically retrofitted and expanded to twice its original size with a community meeting room and story-room available to use for programs and special events. After renovation the branch reopened on June 15, 1996. Chinatown Branch Library was renamed Chinatown/Him Mark Lai Branch Library on November 4, 2010.
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The Excelsior Branch Library was the 10th branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system. Initially a "library station", the first branch library was installed in rental quarters at...
Show moreThe Excelsior Branch Library was the 10th branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system. Initially a "library station", the first branch library was installed in rental quarters at 7 Bauer Street. In 1925 the branch was located on Ocean Avenue and later at 4465 Mission Street. The current building at 4400 Mission Street was opened to the public October 1, 1967. The branch was designed by architects Appleton and Wolfard and built for $248,000. The Excelsior Branch was the first to be renovated under the Branch Library Improvement Program and reopened on July 8, 2005.
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Show moreThe Excelsior Branch Library was the 10th branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system. Initially a "library station", the first branch library was installed in rental quarters at 7 Bauer Street. In 1925 the branch was located on Ocean Avenue and later at 4465 Mission Street. The current building at 4400 Mission Street was opened to the public October 1, 1967. The branch was designed by architects Appleton and Wolfard and built for $248,000. The Excelsior Branch was the first to be renovated under the Branch Library Improvement Program and reopened on July 8, 2005.
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In June 1917, to serve residents of the growing Golden Gate Valley, Cow Hollow, and Marina neighborhoods, construction of the Golden Gate Valley Branch Library was begun at a site on the southwest...
Show moreIn June 1917, to serve residents of the growing Golden Gate Valley, Cow Hollow, and Marina neighborhoods, construction of the Golden Gate Valley Branch Library was begun at a site on the southwest corner of Green and Octavia Streets that had been purchased by the City for $7,500. The resulting brick and terra cotta Beaux-Arts structure was designed in the shape of a basilica by local architect Ernest Coxhead. Though Carnegie grant funds paid for the building, City funds were used for the furnishings. The total cost of the building and furnishings came to $43,000, and on May 5, 1918, the branch was opened to the public. Golden Gate Valley Branch was the ninth branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system. The Golden Gate Valley branch reopened on October 15, 2011.
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Show moreIn June 1917, to serve residents of the growing Golden Gate Valley, Cow Hollow, and Marina neighborhoods, construction of the Golden Gate Valley Branch Library was begun at a site on the southwest corner of Green and Octavia Streets that had been purchased by the City for $7,500. The resulting brick and terra cotta Beaux-Arts structure was designed in the shape of a basilica by local architect Ernest Coxhead. Though Carnegie grant funds paid for the building, City funds were used for the furnishings. The total cost of the building and furnishings came to $43,000, and on May 5, 1918, the branch was opened to the public. Golden Gate Valley Branch was the ninth branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system. The Golden Gate Valley branch reopened on October 15, 2011.
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Ingleside Branch, the 11th library in the system, opened in 1925. The neighborhood was served by a "library station" at several locations, including 422 Holloway Avenue, 1612 Ocean Avenue, and 387...
Show moreIngleside Branch, the 11th library in the system, opened in 1925. The neighborhood was served by a "library station" at several locations, including 422 Holloway Avenue, 1612 Ocean Avenue, and 387 Ashton Avenue. On May 30, 2001 the library moved to a leased facility--the former Bank of America building, at 1649 Ocean (at Faxon). The eagerly anticipated new branch building at 1298 Ocean Avenue (at Plymouth) opened on September 12, 2009.
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Show moreIngleside Branch, the 11th library in the system, opened in 1925. The neighborhood was served by a "library station" at several locations, including 422 Holloway Avenue, 1612 Ocean Avenue, and 387 Ashton Avenue. On May 30, 2001 the library moved to a leased facility--the former Bank of America building, at 1649 Ocean (at Faxon). The eagerly anticipated new branch building at 1298 Ocean Avenue (at Plymouth) opened on September 12, 2009.
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Marina Branch Library was the 23rd branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system and originally opened to the public in 1954. It was designed by the architectural firm of Appleton...
Show moreMarina Branch Library was the 23rd branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system and originally opened to the public in 1954. It was designed by the architectural firm of Appleton and Wolfard at a cost of $156,742. Furnishings cost an additional $12,926. The Marina Renovation was completed on August 4, 2007. In addition to aesthetic and technological enhancements including a small addition, the Marina Branch is now seismically safe and fully accessible. The project was designed by architectural firms Tom Elliot Fisch and Field Paoli. Project costs totaled $3.9 million.
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Show moreMarina Branch Library was the 23rd branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system and originally opened to the public in 1954. It was designed by the architectural firm of Appleton and Wolfard at a cost of $156,742. Furnishings cost an additional $12,926. The Marina Renovation was completed on August 4, 2007. In addition to aesthetic and technological enhancements including a small addition, the Marina Branch is now seismically safe and fully accessible. The project was designed by architectural firms Tom Elliot Fisch and Field Paoli. Project costs totaled $3.9 million.
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The Merced Branch reopened on Saturday May 14, 2011. The renovated building was certified as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold by the U.S. Green Building Council. Designed...
Show moreThe Merced Branch reopened on Saturday May 14, 2011. The renovated building was certified as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold by the U.S. Green Building Council. Designed by architects Appleton and Wolfard, the Merced Branch was the 25th in the SFPL system. Built at a cost of $137,511, it was constructed in 1957 and opened on January 24, 1958. The newly renovated branch opened on May 14, 2011. The renovation project was designed by Bureau of Architecture’s Library Design Studio, Department of Public Works, City & County of San Francisco at a cost of approximately $5.4 million. The renovated branch includes a new addition at the front of the building, seismic strengthening, a designated Teen Area, a Children’s Area doubled in size with interactive early learning features, new fireside lounge area, increased capacity for books and other materials, more comfortable seating and a variety of seating choices, accessible restrooms, more functional and ergonomic staff work areas, additional computers, clearer signage, improved heating & ventilation, and much more. The building was designed to meet LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Silver or greater certification for the U.S. Green Building Council.
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Show moreThe Merced Branch reopened on Saturday May 14, 2011. The renovated building was certified as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold by the U.S. Green Building Council. Designed by architects Appleton and Wolfard, the Merced Branch was the 25th in the SFPL system. Built at a cost of $137,511, it was constructed in 1957 and opened on January 24, 1958. The newly renovated branch opened on May 14, 2011. The renovation project was designed by Bureau of Architecture’s Library Design Studio, Department of Public Works, City & County of San Francisco at a cost of approximately $5.4 million. The renovated branch includes a new addition at the front of the building, seismic strengthening, a designated Teen Area, a Children’s Area doubled in size with interactive early learning features, new fireside lounge area, increased capacity for books and other materials, more comfortable seating and a variety of seating choices, accessible restrooms, more functional and ergonomic staff work areas, additional computers, clearer signage, improved heating & ventilation, and much more. The building was designed to meet LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Silver or greater certification for the U.S. Green Building Council.
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The Mission Bay Branch opened its door on July 8, 2006. Located at 960 Fourth St., adjacent to Oracle Park, Mission Bay Branch is the newest San Francisco Public Library branch to be built in 40...
Show moreThe Mission Bay Branch opened its door on July 8, 2006. Located at 960 Fourth St., adjacent to Oracle Park, Mission Bay Branch is the newest San Francisco Public Library branch to be built in 40 years. This 7,500-square-foot library caters to the burgeoning Mission Bay neighborhood. Designed by San Francisco-based Santos Prescott and Associates, construction cost $3.9 million. It is located on the ground floor of a multi-use facility which also includes an adult day health center, affordable senior housing, retail space and a large community meeting room. The Mission Creek Senior Community development, which houses the library, is a collaboration between the San Francisco Public Library, Mercy Housing California, North and South of Market Adult Day Health Center, the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency and the San Francisco Department of Public Health. Mercy Services Corporation will operate the senior housing and programs, and manage the completed facility.
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Show moreThe Mission Bay Branch opened its door on July 8, 2006. Located at 960 Fourth St., adjacent to Oracle Park, Mission Bay Branch is the newest San Francisco Public Library branch to be built in 40 years. This 7,500-square-foot library caters to the burgeoning Mission Bay neighborhood. Designed by San Francisco-based Santos Prescott and Associates, construction cost $3.9 million. It is located on the ground floor of a multi-use facility which also includes an adult day health center, affordable senior housing, retail space and a large community meeting room. The Mission Creek Senior Community development, which houses the library, is a collaboration between the San Francisco Public Library, Mercy Housing California, North and South of Market Adult Day Health Center, the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency and the San Francisco Department of Public Health. Mercy Services Corporation will operate the senior housing and programs, and manage the completed facility.
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The Mission Branch Library was the first branch in the San Francisco Public Library system. It was opened in 1888 in a storefront two blocks from its present location. The fire following the 1906...
Show moreThe Mission Branch Library was the first branch in the San Francisco Public Library system. It was opened in 1888 in a storefront two blocks from its present location. The fire following the 1906 earthquake stopped four blocks north of Mission Branch. The current building at the corner of 24th and Bartlett Streets was built under the supervision of architect G. Albert Lansburgh and funded by philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. Cost for the building and furnishings was $50,877. The building opened in December 1915. A major renovation of Mission Branch Library was begun in 1997. The renovation included seismic, electrical, and ADA upgrades. The first floor was completely redesigned, and the main entrance was relocated from 24th Street to Bartlett Street. The reopening was May 5, 1999.
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Show moreThe Mission Branch Library was the first branch in the San Francisco Public Library system. It was opened in 1888 in a storefront two blocks from its present location. The fire following the 1906 earthquake stopped four blocks north of Mission Branch. The current building at the corner of 24th and Bartlett Streets was built under the supervision of architect G. Albert Lansburgh and funded by philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. Cost for the building and furnishings was $50,877. The building opened in December 1915. A major renovation of Mission Branch Library was begun in 1997. The renovation included seismic, electrical, and ADA upgrades. The first floor was completely redesigned, and the main entrance was relocated from 24th Street to Bartlett Street. The reopening was May 5, 1999.
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The North Beach Branch Library was originally located at the site of the Chinatown Branch. The branch was renamed in 1958 and a new North Beach Branch was erected at 2000 Mason Street next to Joe...
Show moreThe North Beach Branch Library was originally located at the site of the Chinatown Branch. The branch was renamed in 1958 and a new North Beach Branch was erected at 2000 Mason Street next to Joe DiMaggio Playground. The new North Beach Branch located at 850 Columbus Avenue opened on May 10, 2014. It was undertaken by the firm of Leddy Maytum Stacy Architects. Funding was secured from voter approved Proposition D in November 2007.
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Show moreThe North Beach Branch Library was originally located at the site of the Chinatown Branch. The branch was renamed in 1958 and a new North Beach Branch was erected at 2000 Mason Street next to Joe DiMaggio Playground. The new North Beach Branch located at 850 Columbus Avenue opened on May 10, 2014. It was undertaken by the firm of Leddy Maytum Stacy Architects. Funding was secured from voter approved Proposition D in November 2007.
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Ocean View Branch Library was the 15th branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system. The first Ocean View Branch Library opened in 1903 on Broad Street near the corner of Capitol...
Show moreOcean View Branch Library was the 15th branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system. The first Ocean View Branch Library opened in 1903 on Broad Street near the corner of Capitol Avenue. The new Ocean View Branch Library, at 345 Randolph Street, was opened on June 7, 2000. It was the first branch building to be built in San Francisco since 1969. The San Francisco Bureau of Architecture designed the two-story building. The cost of the building was $2.5 million. Private funds were raised for the equipment and furniture within the branch.
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Show moreOcean View Branch Library was the 15th branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system. The first Ocean View Branch Library opened in 1903 on Broad Street near the corner of Capitol Avenue. The new Ocean View Branch Library, at 345 Randolph Street, was opened on June 7, 2000. It was the first branch building to be built in San Francisco since 1969. The San Francisco Bureau of Architecture designed the two-story building. The cost of the building was $2.5 million. Private funds were raised for the equipment and furniture within the branch.
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The new Ortega Branch opened September 10, 2011. The new Ortega Branch building is on the same site as the original, but closer to Ortega Street. The new branch is one story high and approximately...
Show moreThe new Ortega Branch opened September 10, 2011. The new Ortega Branch building is on the same site as the original, but closer to Ortega Street. The new branch is one story high and approximately 9,000 square feet. It features a community room for library programs such as story time and after school homework help, with after hours access for community meetings, views of the ocean, enclosed study room, expanded children's area and space to accommodate school visits, more computers, public art and green building (LEED Gold). The original Ortega Branch was built in 1956 and designed by architects Appleton & Wolfard. Set back in a courtyard, next to A.P. Giannini Middle School, the West Sunset Playground clubhouse adjoins the library. Square footage of the library was 4.805 square feet and was built at the cost of $144,854.32. The building opened to the public in August 20, 1956. Ortega Branch Library is the 24th San Francisco Public Library branch. In the summer of 2009, the original branch was demolished to make room for the new building. During construction, partial library services were provided in a temporary site adjacent to the Recreation Center.
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Show moreThe new Ortega Branch opened September 10, 2011. The new Ortega Branch building is on the same site as the original, but closer to Ortega Street. The new branch is one story high and approximately 9,000 square feet. It features a community room for library programs such as story time and after school homework help, with after hours access for community meetings, views of the ocean, enclosed study room, expanded children's area and space to accommodate school visits, more computers, public art and green building (LEED Gold). The original Ortega Branch was built in 1956 and designed by architects Appleton & Wolfard. Set back in a courtyard, next to A.P. Giannini Middle School, the West Sunset Playground clubhouse adjoins the library. Square footage of the library was 4.805 square feet and was built at the cost of $144,854.32. The building opened to the public in August 20, 1956. Ortega Branch Library is the 24th San Francisco Public Library branch. In the summer of 2009, the original branch was demolished to make room for the new building. During construction, partial library services were provided in a temporary site adjacent to the Recreation Center.
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Park Branch opened on October 29th, 1909, and is the oldest existing San Francisco Public Library building. Park Branch was built with City funds: $7,000 for the land and $27,000 for the building....
Show morePark Branch opened on October 29th, 1909, and is the oldest existing San Francisco Public Library building. Park Branch was built with City funds: $7,000 for the land and $27,000 for the building. Designed by the McDougall Brothers, the two-story neo-classical brick and terra cotta building is set 30 feet back from the street to complement the primarily residential area around it. The Park Branch Renovation was completed on February 26, 2011.
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Show morePark Branch opened on October 29th, 1909, and is the oldest existing San Francisco Public Library building. Park Branch was built with City funds: $7,000 for the land and $27,000 for the building. Designed by the McDougall Brothers, the two-story neo-classical brick and terra cotta building is set 30 feet back from the street to complement the primarily residential area around it. The Park Branch Renovation was completed on February 26, 2011.
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Parkside Branch Library, located in McCoppin Park, originally opened on June 21, 1951. The architects were Appleton & Wolfard; Lawrence Halprin was the landscape architect. Contruction was by the...
Show moreParkside Branch Library, located in McCoppin Park, originally opened on June 21, 1951. The architects were Appleton & Wolfard; Lawrence Halprin was the landscape architect. Contruction was by the Wm. Hortstmeyer Company. The cost of the building was $162,171. Parkside Branch Library was the 19th branch established in the San Francisco Public Library System.
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Show moreParkside Branch Library, located in McCoppin Park, originally opened on June 21, 1951. The architects were Appleton & Wolfard; Lawrence Halprin was the landscape architect. Contruction was by the Wm. Hortstmeyer Company. The cost of the building was $162,171. Parkside Branch Library was the 19th branch established in the San Francisco Public Library System.
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Opened in 1927 as a Deposit Station, Portola Branch library was the 14th branch established in the San Francisco Public Library System. Previously located in leased sites on San Bruno Avenue, the...
Show moreOpened in 1927 as a Deposit Station, Portola Branch library was the 14th branch established in the San Francisco Public Library System. Previously located in leased sites on San Bruno Avenue, the Portola Branch opened in its permanent building at 380 Bacon Street (at Goettingen Street) on February 28, 2009. Portola is the second of four leased-facility branches to open in a new City-owned building. The 6,300 Square foot library features a north-facing view garden, natural lighting from skylights, and a stunning glass-shutter public art work by Dana Zed. The building was designed by the architectural team of Stoner Meek/Noll and Tam. The new Portola Branch opened on February 28, 2009.
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Show moreOpened in 1927 as a Deposit Station, Portola Branch library was the 14th branch established in the San Francisco Public Library System. Previously located in leased sites on San Bruno Avenue, the Portola Branch opened in its permanent building at 380 Bacon Street (at Goettingen Street) on February 28, 2009. Portola is the second of four leased-facility branches to open in a new City-owned building. The 6,300 Square foot library features a north-facing view garden, natural lighting from skylights, and a stunning glass-shutter public art work by Dana Zed. The building was designed by the architectural team of Stoner Meek/Noll and Tam. The new Portola Branch opened on February 28, 2009.
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Potrero Branch Library was the 22nd branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system and has a history that dates back to the 1890s. One of the earliest branch locations was at 1126...
Show morePotrero Branch Library was the 22nd branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system and has a history that dates back to the 1890s. One of the earliest branch locations was at 1126 Kentucky Street. That facility was closed in 1902 and replaced by a "library station." In 1909-1910 the station was located at 19th Street and Kentucky. In September 1918, the station was moved to a room in the old Daniel Webster School. In 1919 the station location was on Connecticut Street near 20th Street, and later that year it was moved to 448 Connecticut Street. The present-day branch building, which was opened to the public on June 25, 1951, was designed by the architectural firm of Pollack & Pope. The cost of the building was $97,168 and of the land, $3,260. The newly renovated branch opened on March 6, 2010. The building was designed by the City and County of San Francisco, Department of Public Works, Bureau of Architecture’s Library Design Studio and cost approximately $5.2 million. The new branch houses an expanded second floor with City views, new accessible restrooms, a program room with after-hours access for community meetings, new elevator and stairs, a variety of seating choices, more computers and wireless access to the internet, a designated Teen Area, and maximum use of natural light including a new central atrium and skylight.
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Show morePotrero Branch Library was the 22nd branch established in the San Francisco Public Library system and has a history that dates back to the 1890s. One of the earliest branch locations was at 1126 Kentucky Street. That facility was closed in 1902 and replaced by a "library station." In 1909-1910 the station was located at 19th Street and Kentucky. In September 1918, the station was moved to a room in the old Daniel Webster School. In 1919 the station location was on Connecticut Street near 20th Street, and later that year it was moved to 448 Connecticut Street. The present-day branch building, which was opened to the public on June 25, 1951, was designed by the architectural firm of Pollack & Pope. The cost of the building was $97,168 and of the land, $3,260. The newly renovated branch opened on March 6, 2010. The building was designed by the City and County of San Francisco, Department of Public Works, Bureau of Architecture’s Library Design Studio and cost approximately $5.2 million. The new branch houses an expanded second floor with City views, new accessible restrooms, a program room with after-hours access for community meetings, new elevator and stairs, a variety of seating choices, more computers and wireless access to the internet, a designated Teen Area, and maximum use of natural light including a new central atrium and skylight.
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Richmond/Senator Milton Marks Branch was the fourth branch established within the San Francisco Public Library system. The first location of the branch, in 1892, was at 809 Point Lobos Avenue (now...
Show moreRichmond/Senator Milton Marks Branch was the fourth branch established within the San Francisco Public Library system. The first location of the branch, in 1892, was at 809 Point Lobos Avenue (now Geary Boulevard) and Parker Avenue. In 1914 a new Richmond Branch opened at the current location, the first library building in San Francisco constructed with Andrew Carnegie grant funds. In December 2000, the San Francisco Landmarks Board nominated Richmond Branch Library for designation as a city landmark. Funded by both a City bond measure and $6 million in Proposition 14 State bond funds, a newly renovated, seismically safe, accessible and technologically updated building opened in 2009.
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Show moreRichmond/Senator Milton Marks Branch was the fourth branch established within the San Francisco Public Library system. The first location of the branch, in 1892, was at 809 Point Lobos Avenue (now Geary Boulevard) and Parker Avenue. In 1914 a new Richmond Branch opened at the current location, the first library building in San Francisco constructed with Andrew Carnegie grant funds. In December 2000, the San Francisco Landmarks Board nominated Richmond Branch Library for designation as a city landmark. Funded by both a City bond measure and $6 million in Proposition 14 State bond funds, a newly renovated, seismically safe, accessible and technologically updated building opened in 2009.
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Sunset Branch opened on March 25, 1918 and was the eighth branch in the San Francisco Public Library system. Its location, at 18th Avenue and Irving Street, was formerly the site of an old barn...
Show moreSunset Branch opened on March 25, 1918 and was the eighth branch in the San Francisco Public Library system. Its location, at 18th Avenue and Irving Street, was formerly the site of an old barn which had become quite a nuisance in the neighborhood because young boys used it for gun practice. Sunset Branch is a Carnegie building designed by architect G. Albert Lansburgh and cost $43,955. It is a two story structure, Italianate in design, built of concrete frame and reinforced masonry. The branch closed in 1992 for seismic retrofitting and to add a ramp and an elevator. In September of 2005 it became the third branch to be renovated under the Branch Library Improvement Program. The branch reopened in March 2007 with many improvements including a revamped children's area, new program room and teen area, 19 public computers and wireless (WiFi) Internet access.
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Show moreSunset Branch opened on March 25, 1918 and was the eighth branch in the San Francisco Public Library system. Its location, at 18th Avenue and Irving Street, was formerly the site of an old barn which had become quite a nuisance in the neighborhood because young boys used it for gun practice. Sunset Branch is a Carnegie building designed by architect G. Albert Lansburgh and cost $43,955. It is a two story structure, Italianate in design, built of concrete frame and reinforced masonry. The branch closed in 1992 for seismic retrofitting and to add a ramp and an elevator. In September of 2005 it became the third branch to be renovated under the Branch Library Improvement Program. The branch reopened in March 2007 with many improvements including a revamped children's area, new program room and teen area, 19 public computers and wireless (WiFi) Internet access.
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