Pacifica Historical Society

08/28/2026

Tasty picnic, fun, thoughtful, community-sharing event celebrating our Pier; this Sunday, Aug. 30, begins at noon, Pacifica Coastside Museum on Francisco.

08/22/2026

To save Pacifica's oldest public building, the PHS looked to community members, past & present, and got it done. Story:
https://www.bartlettbiographies.com/_files/ugd/5ea9c3_289db11d38d140f4a871e6db3b828147.pdf

08/14/2026

📚 Back to Rummage! Friday, August 14 & Saturday, August 15

🎒 School’s back in session… and so is the Pacifica Historical Society Rummage Sale!

It’s FOGust — the official summer fog month here in the Bay Area! 🌫️ So come in from the fog and enjoy a little retail therapy, rummage-style!

Join us Friday, August 14 & Saturday, August 15 for another treasure-filled sale. Whether you’re getting ready for the school year, sprucing up the house, or just looking for that “I didn’t know I needed this, but now I can’t live without it” kind of find, we’ve got you covered!

🎒 Back-to-school craft goodies
👕 Clothing
📚 Books & reading treasures
🏠 Household items & home décor
🍳 Kitchenware & cookware
🔧 Handy finds
🚲 Bicycles
🎁 Vintage treasures, surprises & one-of-a-kind finds

📍 Pacifica Coastside Museum
1850 Francisco Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044

📅 Friday, August 14 & Saturday, August 15
⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

💥 Prices drop 50% after 1:00 PM on Saturday!

🌫️ Come in from the FOG.
🛍️ Get back to RUMMAGE.
🎒 Shop your way into a new school year!

Bring a friend, bring a reusable shopping bag, and come see what treasures are waiting for you!

📚 Back to school means back to learning — and there’s always something new to discover at the Pacifica Historical Society! Come shop the Rummage Sale, support local history, and help fund the restoration of Ocean Shore Railroad Car 1409.

07/30/2026

Sunday, August 9, 1 p.m., @ the Pacifica Coastside Museum, the Wandering Bow String Band plays popular tunes from the 1840s to the 1920s. The concert is free but a suggested donation of $10 is welcomed!

07/21/2026

Historic Sharp Park Walking Tour Sat. July 25. Noon.

Join Pacifica Historical Society's President Stephen Johnson on Saturday, July 25 for a walk through Sharp Park as he tells the fascinating stories and background behind landmark buildings, the Ocean Shore Rail Road and the neighborhood's long history. Meet at noon at the Pacifica Coastside Museum, 1850 Francisco Blvd. The tour ends around 1 p.m., just in time for a visit to the museum and its gift shop. Docents are available for tours of the museum. No RSVPs necessary; participation is free and donations to PHS gratefully accepted. For more information, contact [email protected].

07/01/2026

Sunday, July 12, 1 p.m., @ the Museum, the Pacifica Historical Society presents: "A history of the Presidio of San Francisco and its connection to Pacifica."

06/17/2026

On June 4, 2026, city engineering crews observed cracking and separation at our beloved pier.
Story:
https://www.bartlettbiographies.com/_files/ugd/5ea9c3_0bc0990ad0394938b1d46a1317d2f40e.pdf

06/11/2026

☀️👔 Dad's Day Deals & Summer Treasures Await This Friday & Saturday! 🛍️🌊

Looking for a unique Father's Day gift? Need a few treasures for your summer adventures? Come shop the Pacifica Historical Society's Monthly Rummage Sale and discover amazing bargains while supporting local history!

You'll find:

👕 Clothing
📚 Books
🏠 Household Items & Home Décor
🍳 Kitchenware & Cookware
🛠️ Tools
🧸 Toys
🎁 One-of-a-kind treasures perfect for Father's Day!

📍 Pacifica Coastside Museum
1850 Francisco Blvd, Pacifica, CA 94044

📅 Friday, June 12 & Saturday, June 13
⏰ 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

💥 Prices drop 50% after 1:00 PM on Saturday!

Every purchase helps fund the restoration of the historic Ocean Shore Railroad train car, helping preserve an important piece of Pacifica's history for future generations.

Whether you're shopping for Dad, gearing up for summer adventures, or treasure hunting for that perfect find, you'll discover great bargains while supporting a great cause!

See you there!
PHS

06/10/2026

In November of 1973, the Pacifica Pier opened. Since then, the 1,140-foot-long "L" shaped pier has been Pacifica's welcoming link to the sea. To learn more of its history, watch this Pacifica Historical Society film.

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

05/26/2026

Join Stephen Johnson, president of the Pacifica Historical Society, historian and tour guide, on an easy, hour-long walking tour of the Sharp Park neighborhood on Saturday, May 30.

Hear the stories of City Hall, the Little Brown Church, the old Anderson store and more landmarks in this most historic district of Pacifica.

Meet on the front steps of the Pacifica Coastside Museum, 1850 Francisco Blvd., at 12 p.m. The museum and its gift shop with local art and Pacifica Jack Cheese is open to visitors at 1 p.m., just after the tour.

For more info, see pacificahistory.org