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Prelinger Library

San Francisco, CA

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Library News

  • Library update: November 18
  • Reopening Update, October 28
  • October News: Planned Reopening
  • August 2020 Update
  • Update for Juneteenth and COVID-19

Get books without visiting!

Visit our online book catalog

Visit Us!

Public appointments are currently paused until San Francisco emerges from the “purple” tier of restrictions. We look forward to reopening when it is safe to do so! Thank you, supporters!

You’re welcome to download a visitor guide before visiting: http://www.prelinger.com/2020-Library-FindingAid.pdf

TO FIND US for your appointment: Use the intercom near the street entrance at 301 8th Street in San Francisco to reach “Prelinger Assoc” by scrolling left through the arrow keys, then press the CALL button to be buzzed up.

The Library will open 30 minutes before the first posted appointment window, and will close 2 to 2.5 hours after the last posted appointment window. Visitors can expect new contactless hosting & hospitality protocols. We ask everyone’s patience as we try out the new protocols for the first time this fall.

Questions? Take a look at our FAQ

Download a PDF of our 2015 Yearbook

Download our Library Brochure PDF

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