Upcoming Program Events

Every month you are invited to attend a reading, walking tour, gallery talk or book signing as part of our regular programming. We encourage you to attend these monthly events and bring a guest or two. We look forward to seeing you soon at the California Historical Society. Unless otherwise noted all events will be held at the California Historical Society's headquarters located at 678 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94105.

CALIFORNIA NIGHTS
Come join the California Historical Society celebrate all things California! Connect, learn, and discuss the future of the great state of California, all while listening to a live DJ and enjoying complimentary wine, beer, and refreshments. California Nights will be held every first Wednesday each month through June, so mark your calendar.

Greg Martin Auctions Appraisal Clinic
Greg Martin Auctions, specializing in the appraising and auction of fine antique firearms, edged weapons, armor, militaria, American Indian art and associated historical memorabilia will be at the California Historical Society for a weekend event. They invite you to bring your antique firearms or other related items for a free professional appraisal. This is an excellent opportunity if you are interested in consigning to a future auction to get an accurate estimate of your property.

Historic Wineries of California Event
Learn about the history of winemaking in the Golden State. Talk to wine makers representing some of the oldest, historic, family-owned California wineries, including Charles Krug, Gundlach Bundschu, and Seghesio. Taste their latest vintage and enjoy delicious appetizers. To purchase tickets, call 415.357.1848 x229.

The Children of Chinatown: Growing up Chinese American in San Francisco, 1850-1920, Book talk and signing with author Wendy Rouse Jorae
Revealing the untold stories of a pioneer generation of young Chinese Americans, The Children of Chinatown places the children and families of early Chinatown in the middle of efforts to combat American policies of exclusion and segregation. Author challenges long-held notions of early Chinatown as a bachelor community by showing that families—and particularly children—played important roles in its daily life.Wendy Rouse Jorae, Ph.D. is a lecturer in United States History and Asian American studies at UC Davis and CSU Sacramento.

Full event details coming soon.