1906: Earthquake And Fire

Neighborhood: SOMA to Union Square

Imagine awakening before dawn on April 18, 1906 to the unthinkable--a massive earthquake has toppled chimneys and buildings, and ripped apart city water pipes. With the fire on your heels, escape from the alleyways south of Market to what should be the safety of Union Square.

Offered All Year

Schedule:

1st & 3rd Mondays of the month at 10:00 AM

Next Tour:
Monday, September 20 10:00 given by Sue Krumbein

Meet at the benches between 525 & 555 Market.

Tour Coordinator: Sue Krumbein • Tour Guides: Jim Aldrich, John Ferreira, Karen Hemmeter, Harlan Hirschfeld, Eileen Keremitsis, Sue Krumbein, Kathy Martin, Jan Murphy •

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