In January, we opened a special exhibit that takes you on board San Francisco’s transit of yesterday. Moving San Francisco: Views from the SFMTA Photo Archive 1903-Now is on view at City Hall. We’re presenting this show in partnership with the SF Arts Commission Galleries.
One of the photos in the exhibit from 1965, taken outside City Hall.
Originally set to close on June 18, the exhibit has been extended to November 25! This gives you more time to explore San Francisco’s deep-rooted connection to transit.
A blast from the city’s past
Moving San Francisco spans more than 120 years of history. Dozens of photographs help you trace the city’s development from the end of the Victorian Era to the 21st Century.
- You’ll see the peak of the cable car system in the early 1900s and the devastation of the 1906 earthquake and fires.
- You’ll watch the expansion of our neighborhoods powered by public transit.
- And you’ll get an inside look at the people who keep our city moving — then and now.
This 1934 photo shows repair work on the cable car winding machinery.
Gallery talks bring photos alive
Cable Car Operator Val Lupiz talks about the cars’ history during the March exhibit tour.
As part of the exhibit, we’ll host informal gallery talks from August to November. They are scheduled for the second Wednesday of the month at noon and begin in the North Light Court of City Hall.
Dive deeper into the history of our transit system with a range of guest speakers from Muni Operators to local artists and historians.
A first-generation articulated Muni bus runs on the 38L route in 1992.
More to see at Cafe Valor
Starting August 4, there will be an expanded selection of photos on display at Cafe Valor. The cafe is in the War Memorial building at 401 Van Ness Avenue.
This is a must-see exhibit. Don’t miss your chance to experience the city’s transit past and present.