The Box SF-Historic Pressroom and Mercantile
This antique shop and event venue specializes in the history of print and design, housing the largest antiquarian paper and advertising store in the United States.

šŸ“œ Recreation of a historic 1850s mercantile and letterpress shop in San Francisco.
šŸ” Features working vintage printing presses and over 15 million antique printed items for sale.

Why Go

šŸ•°ļø Step back in time with a unique museum-like experience
šŸ›ļø Discover a vast collection of rare and vintage printed materials
šŸŽØ Ideal for artists, graphic designers, historians, and collectors

Why Avoid

šŸšŖ Ring doorbell for admission, may not always be open
šŸ—“ļø Closed on most holidays, check ahead

Tips

šŸ“ž Call for holiday hours or to inquire about tours and event spaces.
šŸ“ Easily accessible from Civic Center Bart and Moscone Convention Center.

Cost

šŸ’° Store admission is free; tours and event spaces are available for a fee.

Hours

šŸ•’ Store: Monday - Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed most holidays.

šŸ“ Location

1073 Howard Street, San Francisco, California.

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