HERE5: Scapegoat - The 1871-1906 San Francisco City Hall
When completed in the 1890’s, City Hall was San Francisco’s grandest building. Its collapse during the 1906 earthquake and fire storm was attributed to shoddy construction, rooted in political corruption. However, an examination of the 1906 earthquake damage suggests otherwise.
This program will feature documentarian Glenn Lym's film, followed by a Q&A and discussion.
About the Monday Noontime History Series
Mechanics' Institute, a historical institution in the heart of downtown San Francisco, proudly hosts its noontime history series on select Mondays, offering a fascinating journey through various historical topics that resonate both locally and internationally. This series is a treasure trove for history enthusiasts, featuring an array of engaging subjects that bring the past to life. Past presentations include "Poems of Chinese Exclusion" with Jeffrey Thomas Leong, "The Personal is Political" with Isidra Mencos, and "A Short History of Deception" with Myles Dungan. Through this diverse and enriching series, Mechanics' Institute continues to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of history, bridging the past into the present so that we could more democratically shape our shared futures.
About the Presenter
Glenn Lym was born and raised in Berkeley, California. He graduated from UC Berkeley in Architecture and received a Ph.D in Social Psychology from Harvard University. His architectural practice began in the SF Bay Area, and he retired at the end of 2023. Glenn began his HERE series of documentary videos. Presently, there are 11 documentaries that range in subject matter from the differences between the de Young and Academy of Science Museums to how his great grandfather raised his family on a ranch in San Francisco's Potrero Hill Dogpatch area. The HERE series is ongoing.
Cancellation Policy
We reserve the right to cancel at any time and issue a full refund. If you are unable to attend this series, please email programs@milibrary.org by Sunday, June 23, 2024, to receive a full refund less any non-refundable ticketing fees which may be applicable. All fees must be paid at the time of registration. After Sunday, June 23, 2024, no refunds will be issued.
Questions? Please contact programs@milibrary.org.
