MEDIA/PUBLICATIONS
The San Francisco Historical Society delivers its mission of connecting the world to San Francisco’s rich history through numerous communication channels such as film, publications, books, live broadcasting,
e-newsletters, quarterly journals, social media and more!
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Quarterly Journal,
Panorama
Broadcasting and Film,
History Live!
Semiannual Publication,
The Argonaut
Social Media on
Numerous Platforms
Distributing Historical
Books
Bringing San Francisco History to Life!
The San Francisco Historical Society publishes the members exclusive journal, Panorama, every quarter. The Argonaut, distributed to libraries nation-wide, is an in-depth semiannual publication which dives into the fascinating (often unknown) history of San Francisco. Our organization also stocks numerous important books on the history of San Francisco, which can be purchased on our website or received when signing up for certain membership levels.
Every month we produce a widely popular monthly program, History Live!, which is broadcast from the Museum of San Francisco to thousands of people across the nation. Each broadcast is turned into a final film that is archived on our website and on YouTube. Due to our generous donors, attending the in-person and live streaming event is free to the public.
We also strive to spread San Francisco’s history to all generations by embracing an active social media presence on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and other popular mediums. Our dedicated staff also produces a monthly and weekly e-newsletters for over 6,000 subscribers.
History Live!
Monthly Shows Broadcasted Live from the Museum
Our popular History Live! monthly presentations are professionally broadcasted live from the Museum of San Francisco located in the heart of the financial district and includes a live in-person audiences as well. Every broadcast has hundreds of people registered -and we continue to grow more every week!
You can view the film archives of past shows below.
The Argonaut
A Semiannual Publication About San Francisco History
The Argonaut is the flagship publication of the San Francisco Historical Society. It began publication in 1990, with one issue per year. In 1994, The Argonaut expanded to two issues per year.
The publication has been enthusiastically praised by SFHS members for its design and for its well written, illustrated articles covering a wide diversity of topics dealing with San Francisco history.
Panorama
An Exclusive Members Only Quarterly Journal
Panorama is the San Francisco Historical Society’s widely appreciated quarterly newsletter for members.
Panorama also serves to notify members of the ongoing activities of the organization, and to publicize the programs of other Bay Area historical organizations. In addition, Panorama contains short historical articles that increase members’ historical consciousness.
E-Newsletter
Subscribe to Learn About up Coming Events and More
The San Francisco Historical Society emails a monthly newsletter that features all forthcoming events, including, live broadcasts, walking tours, opening exhibit celebrations, publication release notices and more. Over 6,000-plus individuals are signed up to the newsletter. Subscribe below!
Social Media
Follow us on your favorite platform
Stay connected with the San Francisco Historical Society by following us across your favorite social media platform. Be the first to know about special events and more. You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
Historical Books
We Stock San Francisco's Historical Books for Members
In addition to our regular publications, the San Francisco Historical Society offers numerous books which cover a wide range of historical topics about the City. Topics include famous novels that articulate San Francisco’s history, a guide book for walking the Barbary Coast Trail, and biographies of the city’s influential people, to name a few.
Complimentary books are available for members who join at the Mt. Sutro, Twin Peaks, and Mt. Davidson levels. Become a member today!
