📜 For over a century, this non-profit membership organization for bibliophiles has championed Western writers and printers. 🔍 It supports the history and art of the book through research, publishing, public programs, and exhibitions on book arts, history of California and the West. # Why Go 📚 Explore a vast collection of rare books, historical printing materials, and ephemera. 📖 Attend public programs, lectures, and exhibitions on book arts and Western literature. 📍 Conveniently located in San Francisco's Union Square. 🏛️ Visit a century-old clubhouse dedicated to preserving print culture. 🆓 Free and open to the public during office hours. # Why Avoid 🚫 Clubrooms and library require appointments for access. # Cost 💰 Public programs, exhibitions, and visits during public office hours are free. # Hours 🕒 Business office Mon-Fri 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Public programs typically Mon evenings 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Library and clubrooms by appointment. # 🅿️ Parking Nearby parking garages: The Hearst Parking Center and The Stockton Street Garage.