Book Club of California
The Verdict
"Nonprofit founded in 1912 for fine printing, book arts, and California literary history, with a library of rare editions, fine press books, and West Coast works most public libraries don't hold. Free public lectures and rotating exhibitions on typography, bookbinding, and letterpress. 312 Sutter Street, Suite 500."
What you need to know
What’s There
The Book Club of California is a nonprofit founded in 1912 and dedicated to fine printing, book arts, and California literary history. The library collection includes rare editions, fine press books, and works about California and the West not held by most public libraries.
The club hosts regular lectures, exhibitions, and events on typography, bookbinding, letterpress printing, and literary history. Many events are open to the public; not just members.
The space is small. A visit takes 20-30 minutes to browse the current exhibition.
Visiting
Address: 312 Sutter Street, Suite 500, Union Square
Hours: Most weekdays, 11:00 AM-5:00 PM. Check the website for current hours and events.
Cost: Free for exhibitions. Some events have fees. Membership available.
What to know: Fifth floor of a Sutter Street building. Ring the bell at the door.
Getting There
Transit: BART to Montgomery Station, 2-minute walk. Muni 2-Clement, 3-Jackson, or 38-Geary to Sutter and Kearny.
Parking: Union Square garage or Sutter-Stockton garage nearby.
Walking: In the Union Square shopping district, near galleries and the Theater District.
Explore Nearby
Starlite
A 21st-floor Union Square lounge with cocktails by Trick Dog's Scott Baird.
Grubstake
If you're looking for a late night diner experience.
Jane the Bakery
Great small bakery that grows their own grain.
Top of the Mark
A 19th-floor Nob Hill lounge open since 1939, with a 100 Martinis...