Boom, Bust, and Reinvention: The Story of San Francisco

• Venue: Hawthorn SF Nightclub and Lounge
• Address: 46 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA
• Dates and Times: Thursday, December 4, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM PST. Doors open at 7:00 PM; lecture from 7:40 PM - 8:20 PM; Q&A from 8:20 PM - 9:00 PM.
• Prices and Tickets: Free tickets are required for entry and must be reserved through Eventbrite. Entry is first come, first served and not guaranteed.
• Host: Big Brain SF in partnership with Downtown First Thursdays (DFT).
• Speaker: Gary Kamiya, award-winning author, historian, and chronicler of San Francisco.
• Activity Description: This is a lecture exploring the history of San Francisco, tracing its evolution from a remote outpost to a global tech capital. Gary Kamiya will provide a narrative journey through key periods such as the Gold Rush, the Barbary Coast, the Gilded Age, the 1906 devastation and rebirth, and the rise of the Beats and hippies. The lecture aims to reveal how the city's past shapes its current identity, highlighting its restlessness, contradictions, and magnetism.
• Suitability:
  • Age: 21+ (due to the venue being a bar).
  • Accessibility: Seating is not guaranteed for all attendees; approximately 5% may need to stand. Those needing specific seating accommodations are advised to arrive early or contact [email protected]. For detailed information on wheelchair access and service animal policies, attendees should research the specific venue.
  • Parking: No on-site parking; street parking or public transportation is recommended.
  • Mood: Suitable for individuals interested in learning new things, meeting people, and engaging in weeknight activities. Many attendees come solo.