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Chinatown / Him Mark Lai Branch Library

Nob Hill

Climb the curved stairs and enter a sunlit neoclassical temple to knowledge in the heart of Chinatown. The Him Mark Lai Branch blends dramatic architecture with a robust Chinese-language collection, quiet study nooks, and community programming that keeps locals coming back.

Chinese-language collection
dramatic architecture
quiet study spot
community hub

Tips

🏛️"When you climb the curved stairs you feel you are going into a beautiful palace"
💻free daily printing credit accumulates on your card
📚robust Chinese-language book and DVD collection

Chinatown / Him Mark Lai Branch Library

1135 Powell St, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA

+1 415-355-2888

sfpl.org

Upcoming at Chinatown / Him Mark Lai Branch Library

Thursday, Jun 11
Storytime: For Babies

Storytime: For Babies

June 11 at 11am

Babies get their own storytime at this stunning Chinatown library. Expect 30 minutes of songs, rhymes, and picture books designed to delight little ears and give caregivers a sweet bonding break.

Saturday, Jun 13
Free Community Performance

Free Community Performance

June 13 at 4pm

World-class San Francisco Symphony musicians trade the grand hall for an intimate chamber setting, and your ticket price is exactly zero. One hour of sublime music in a gorgeous architectural space: no tuxedo required.

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