South San Francisco Public Library
South San Francisco Public Library
- Location: South San Francisco, CA
- Phone: (650) 829-3876
- Email: ssfpladm@plsinfo.org
- Website: http://www.ssf.net/library
The South San Francisco Local History collection is devoted to the historical development and current events of South San Francisco. The Local History collection was established in 1967 and is located at Grand Ave. Library, 306 Walnut Avenue. While many of the photographs are available online, the entire collection of photos and documents are not yet scanned but can be provided as an in-library research loan with staff assistance.
Collections at this institution
From Collection of South San Francisco: the Industrial City local history
South San Francisco Public Library's collection includes photographs, posters, brochures and other materials from the city's earliest history with emphasis on the 100 years from the time of incorporation in 1908 through the city's centennial celebration in 2008. Images document early businesses beginning with the Western Meat Company, headed by G.F. Swift who contributed the city's name (he had similar businesses in South Chicago, Illinois and South Omaha, Nebraska) and other industries that led to the Chamber of Commerce painting . Many early businesses have come and gone, but the signage remains and is a battle cry for old timers ...
Institution: South San Francisco Public Library
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