Walking Tour: 1906 Earthquake and Fire
Dates and Times for this Past Event
- Saturday, Aug 26, 2023 11am
- Saturday, Jul 29, 2023 11am
- Saturday, Dec 17, 2022 11am - 12:30pm
Location
San Francisco Historical Society
608 Commercial St
Details
Walking Tour: 1906 Earthquake and Fire
Public Tickets $20, SFHS Members Free
Join us for an exhilarating walking tour about the 1906 San Francisco Earthquake and Fire. Visit the original locations of the disaster and see its impact that is still present today! Tours led by subject expert, Jack Grippi.
At dawn on April 18, 1906, the San Andreas fault ruptured, sending shockwaves racing across San Francisco. The City is abruptly awakened only to witness a firestorm destroying everything in sight over the next three days. Vibrant and densely populated Chinatown is swiftly engulfed by a raging fire on Day One and its inhabitants are dispersed like embers in the wind. With Chinatown destroyed, City politicians and power brokers decide this is an opportune time to relocate the community. Powered by an irrepressible resiliency the Chinese community reimagines Chinatown and builds back better.
Tour Dates & Times:
Saturday, July 29th at 11:00 AM
Saturday, August 26th at 11:00 AM