Prelinger Library
Library

The Prelinger Library in San Francisco | © Paul / Flickr
If you find yourself in SoMa, be sure to check out Prelinger Library, open to anyone looking for ‘research, reading, inspiration, and reuse.’ An independent research center founded in 2004 by Rick and Megan Prelinger, the library prides itself on being home to a community of artists, writers, activists, and other creatives. Prelinger hosts a collection of print memorabilia from the the 1800s and 1900s, primarily consisting of works published in the United States, giving visitors a taste of the less-mainstream American culture of that time. The library is open every Wednesday from 1pm to 8pm, with additional days scheduled periodically.