The Beat Museum

Included admission free with the card.

Description

It was in the heart of San Francisco at the Six Gallery on October 7th, 1955 that Allen Ginsberg's first read Howl and from that moment on the Beats would become known as a significant cultural influence that would challenge and ultimately change the world.

From the arrest of Lawrence Ferlinghetti and subsequent Howl trial to the publication of On the Road by Jack Kerouac, The Beat Museum allows you to step back in time to where it all began.

Explore the influence of the Russian satellite Sputnik, the Beat Generation Women Writers, gay rights, environmentalism, and more. You'll see first editions, autographs, original artifacts, plus watch movies in the theater room.

Cost without the card:

Adult $5.00, Child $4.00

Hours:

Tuesday-Sunday, 12:00 pm-10:00 pm

Closed

Monday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day; All holiday hours are subject to change without notice.

Driving:

Follow Signs to North Beach. Garage or metered street parking.

Public Transportation:

Take one of the three major bus lines (#15, #30 and #45).

Please read: important instructions on how to use your card.

Redemption Instructions:

Included daytime admission to the Museum with the Go San Francisco Card. The Go San Francisco Card is accepted until 5:30 pm. During all other times, standard admission will apply.

The Go City Card is accepted until 5:30pm unless otherwise noted; during all other times standard admission will apply.