Planning Directory | Activities & AttrActions . PD51 MOVIE THEATRES AMC KABUKI 8 CARTOON ART MUSEUM 1881 Post St. • 415-346-3243 877-262-4450 • amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/san-francisco/amc-kabuki-8 4145@amctheatres.com AMC Theatres is dedicated to innovating the way you see movies. 781 Beach St. • 415-227-8666 cartoonart.org • office@cartoonart.org Combining gorgeous views with a fun atmosphere, the Cartoon Art Museum is ideal for company or social events, zany product launches or a sophisticated, out-of-the-ordinary, urban wedding reception. MADAME TUSSAUDS 145 Jefferson St. • 866-223-4240 madametussauds.com/sanfrancisco info@madametussaudssf.com Great for group outings, team building and private events. No ropes. No boundaries. Visitors can get closer to their icons than ever before! Sounds fab, right? SAN FRANCISCO MARITIME NATIONAL PARK ASSOCIATION -MUSEUM AMC METREON 16 135 Fourth St., Ste. 3000 415-369-6207 • 888-440-4262 amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/ san-francisco/amc-metreon-16 2325@amctheatres.com AMC Theatres is dedicated to innovating the way you see movies. CHILDREN’S CREATIVITY MUSEUM MARTIN LAWRENCE GALLERIES 366 Geary St. • 415-956-0345 martinlawrence.com gearydirector@martinlawrence.com America’s premier gallery of fine art, located in the heart of Union Square, specializes in museum-quality, 20th-century masterpieces and internationally recognized contemporary artists. 976 Beach St. • 415-561-6662 maritime.org • events@maritime.org This architectural treasure features classic terrazzo floors and fanciful murals and mosaics. Sweeping views of the bay capture the beauty of the San Francisco waterfront. 221 Fourth St. • 415-820-3320 creativity.org • pat@creativity.org Located in Yerba Buena Gardens, within walking distance from public transportation, the museum offers an open floor plan, private rooftop and a 200-seat theater. SAN FRANCISCO MUSEUM OF MODERN ART (SFMOMA) MUSEUMS & GALLERIES AMERICAN BOOKBINDERS MUSEUM CHINESE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA MUSEUM 151 Third St. • 415-357-4000 sfmoma.org • visit@sfmoma.org After a major three-year building expansion designed by Snøhetta, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) returns as one of San Francisco’s must-see destinations. 355 Clementina St. • 415-824-9754 bookbindersmuseum.org anna.links@bookbindersmuseum.org For events, contact jae.mauthe@ bookbindersmuseum.org. For rentals, contact Tansy Grefsheim at rental@bookbindersmuseum.org. 965 Clay St. • 415-391-1188 • chsa.org info@chsa.org CHSA promotes the legacy of the Chinese in America through exhibitions, publications, and educational and public programs in the landmark Julia Morgan-designed Chinatown YWCA. MONTAGUE GALLERY 445A Sutter St. • 415-964-4978 montaguegallerysf.com info@montaguegallerysf.com Montague Gallery brings contemporary fine art glass to San Francisco. SAN FRANCISCO RAILWAY MUSEUM AQUARIUM OF THE BAY CONTEMPORARY JEWISH MUSEUM MUSEUM OF CRAFT AND DESIGN 77 Steuart St. • 415-974-1948 streetcar.org • store@streetcar.org Promoting and preserving San Francisco’s historic transit through exhibits and displays, educational outreach and vintage F-Line streetcar restoration. The Embarcadero at Beach St., PIER 39 415-623-5300 • bayecotarium.org/ aquarium • info@bayecotarium.org Host a one-of-a-kind event at Aquarium of the Bay with sharks, bat rays and river otters. Jellies, anchovies and more offer a unique backdrop for an unforgettable event. 736 Mission St. • 415-655-7800 thecjm.org • msamay@thecjm.org Located downtown, the Contemporary Jewish Museum presents dynamic exhibitions and educational programs, exploring contemporary perspectives on Jewish culture, history and ideas. 2569 Third St. • 415-773-0303 sfmcd.org • info@sfmcd.org The Museum of Craft and Design showcases innovative contemporary work in craft and design that engages the community while stimulating the creative potential in peoples’ lives. THE WALT DISNEY FAMILY MUSEUM ART ATTACK SF COUNTERPULSE MUSEUM OF THE AFRICAN DIASPORA 104 Montgomery St. • 415-345-6800 waltdisney.org • info@waltdisney.org Immerse yourself in the remarkable life story of Walt Disney, with interactive galleries featuring films, music, artifacts and a spectacular model of Disneyland. 2358 Market St., Ste. 1 • 415-872-9285 artattacksf.com • info@artattacksf.com Art Attack SF is an art space for contemporary work and community-minded pop-up events. 80 Turk St. • 415-626-2060 counterpulse.org • info@counterpulse.org We are an award-winning art and community facility with three distinct spaces to choose from for your next rehearsal, class or event. 685 Mission St. • 415-358-7200 moadsf.org • rentals@moadsf.org This museum is ideal for gatherings, including corporate events, product launches, cocktail receptions, holiday parties, film screenings and fundraisers. WELLS FARGO HISTORY MUSEUM ASIAN ART MUSEUM OF SAN FRANCISCO DE YOUNG MUSEUM 111 MINNA GALLERY 200 Larkin St. • 415-581-3500 asianart.org • pr@asianart.org The Asian Art Museum is home to a renowned collection of Asian art. The museum can also host groups and has a variety of special event spaces. AUTODESK GALLERY AT ONE MARKET Golden Gate Park 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr. 415-750-3600 •deyoung.famsf.org mnewcomer@famsf.org Part of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, the de Young Museum showcases art from all continents and boasts breathtaking 360-degree views of San Francisco. 111 Minna St. 415-974-1719 • 111minnagallery.com michelle@111minnagallery.com Transforming with ever-changing art exhibitions, this gallery’s 4,200 square feet can be divided into intimate spaces or accommodate 500 people. 420 Montgomery St. • 415-396-2619 wellsfargohistory.com wfmuseum.sf@wellsfargo.com Enjoy artifacts from the Gold Rush era to modern banking. Exhibits include: 1867 Concord Stagecoach and stagecoach “ride,” plus real gold and interactive fun from telegraphs to Travelogue app! YERBA BUENA CENTER FOR THE ARTS PRESIDIO OF SAN FRANCISCO One Market St., Second Fl. 415-356-0700 autodesk.com/gallery/visit-us gallery@autodesk.com Explore hands-on exhibits that show how people use technology to imagine, design and create a better world. Admission is free. EXPLORATORIUM BOUDIN AT THE WHARF Pier 15 • 415-528-4444 exploratorium.edu/visit visit@exploratorium.edu This interactive museum is dedicated to science, art and human perception. It’s available for private events on the Embarcadero waterfront at Pier 15. 103 Montgomery St. • 415-561-4323 presidio.gov • presidio@presidiotrust.gov The 1,500-acre Presidio is San Francisco’s unique national park at the Golden Gate. It features numerous indoor and outdoor venues for events, meetings and celebrations. 701 Mission St. • 415-978-2787 ybca.org • lelliott@ybca.org YBCA is a community that thrives on inspiration. We are the creative home for civic action, with spectacular venues perfect for experiential events close to The Moscone Center and SoMa. PERFORMING ARTS ALONZO KING LINES BALLET SAN FRANCISCO CABLE CAR MUSEUM 160 Jefferson St. 415-928-1849 • boudinbakery.com wharfevents@boudinbakery.com Set in the heart of Fisherman’s Wharf, this two-story flagship building allows visitors to observe the bakery in action. Learn how sourdough French bread is made. HAIGHT STREET ART CENTER CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCES 215 Haight St. • 415-363-6150 haightstreetart.org Haight Street Art Center is a first-of-its-kind poster print shop and gallery that supports a collective of poster artists. In addition to the print shop, the Center features special events space. 1201 Mason St. • 415-474-1887 cablecarmuseum.org • jsgodoy@pacbell.net The San Francisco Cable Car Museum houses a collection of historic cable cars, photographs, mechanical displays and a gift shop. 26 Seventh St. • 415-863-3040 linesballet.org • info@linesballet.org Alonzo King LINES Ballet invites corporate teams to bend, blend and break ideas as they move together to create new solutions, refine communication and team build through dance. AMERICAN CONSERVATORY THEATER SAN FRANCISCO DUNGEON Golden Gate Park, 55 Music Concourse Dr. 415-379-8000 • calacademy.org info@calacademy.org Home to an aquarium, planetarium and four-story rainforest, all under one living roof, the California Academy of Sciences is the perfect place to host your event. INTERNATIONAL ART MUSEUM OF AMERICA CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY 1025 Market St. 415-753-6344 • iamasf.org info@internationalartmuseum.org Visit San Francisco’s most unique art museum. View our eclectic exhibits of calligraphy, sculpture and paintings. Admission is free. 145 Jefferson St. • 855-753-9999 thedungeons.com/sanfrancisco infosfdungeon@merlinentertainments.biz Great for groups, The San Francisco Dungeon offers nine live shows and an Escape Alcatraz ride for a journey through 200 years of the dark, grisly history of the city. 415 Geary St. • 415-749-2228 • act-sf.org The Tony Award-winning professional repertory theater company produces seven major shows, September to July, plus a special presentation of A Christmas Carol . BATS IMPROV SAN FRANCISCO MARITIME NATIONAL PARK ASSOCIATION -BALCLUTHA 678 Mission St. • 415-357-1848 californiahistoricalsociety.org bookings@calhist.org The state’s official historical society, its San Francisco headquarters, gallery and research library represent California’s dynamic history. Group tours are available. LEGION OF HONOR 100 34th Ave., Lincoln Park 415-750-3698 • legionofhonor.famsf.org legionevents@famsf.org The Legion of Honor displays a collection of more than 4,000 years of ancient and European art in a neoclassical building overlooking Lincoln Park and the Golden Gate Bridge. 2905 Hyde St. • 415-561-6662 maritime.org • events@maritime.org Imagine your guests watching the sunset over the Golden Gate Bridge from the decks of an authentic 1886 tall ship. The vessel features a restored Victorian Era captain’s quarters. Bayfront Theater, Building B, Third Fl. Fort Mason Center • 415-474-6776 improv.org • bats@improv.org One of the West Coast’s leading centers for improvisational theater! Catch sketch and feature-length shows (musicals, mysteries, Shakespeare) year round. BEACH BLANKET BABYLON 678 Beach Blanket Babylon Blvd. 415-421-4222 • beachblanketbabylon.com bbb@beachblanketbabylon.com Beach Blanket Babylon, the world’s longest running musical revue, is a high energy pop culture satire and is the perfect night out! Get more info at beachblanketbabylon.com or cal 415-421-6788. sftravel.com
San Francisco Travel Planner's Guide 2019 TPG: PD-51
