Event Information
The San Francisco Historium Spotlight
Pier 35, on the Embarcadero, San Francisco
Two days only: August 22 & 23, 2026. 10:00am to 6:00pm.
Whether you fancy a roaring review at the saloon or engaging in boisterous conversations over a pint of Anchor Steam Ale, the Historium encourages a spirit of adventure as you join us in the glittering new city of San Francisco!
Entertainments
- Glittering City Saloon and Music Hall
- Town Square Dancing
- The Maritime Stage and City Docks
Foods
- Flapjacks, Cornbread, and Chilis.
- Beef Jerkies & Preserved Meats.
- Fish & Chips, and Oysters.
- Cioppino and Hangtown Fry.
- Biscuits, Crumpets, and Sourdough.
- Luxury Chocolate and Sweet Treats.
- Hearty Soups and Stews.
- Coffee and imported Tea.
Activities
- Gold Panning
- Boat Rigging
- Line Dancing
- Adventures in old San Francisco!
The San Francisco Historium “Spotlight” is an immersive adventure into the world of early San Francisco circa 1850 to 1900. In year two of the event, the time periods will expand to thru 1915, and the great earthquake and the Pan Pacific International exhibition!
Mark Twain’s Prophecy for the Future of San Francisco!
DECEMBER 5, 1866 - I read the signs of the times, and I, that am no prophet, behold the things that are in store for you. Over slumbering California is stealing the dawn of a radiant future! …She stands in the center of the grand highway of the nations: she stands midway between the Old World and the New, and both shall pay her tribute. From the far East and from Europe, multitudes of stout hearts and willing hands are preparing to flock hither; …Has any other state as brilliant a future? Has any other city a future like San Francisco?”
