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Cable Car Museum

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Jul 07, 2025 - Jul 08, 2025
2 adults, 1 room
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The Cable Car Museum is dedicated to San Francisco's historic cable car system, illustrating its evolution since its inception.

Founded in 1974, this museum preserves a pivotal element of city transportation, established by Andrew Hallidie in 1873. Unique features include original 1870s cable cars, extensive memorabilia, and working equipment showcasing cable mechanics.

Notable Features

🚋 Key highlight #1: Examine original 1870s cable cars.
⚙️ Key highlight #2: See the inner workings of cable operation.
🛍️ Key highlight #3: Browse unique San Francisco memorabilia in the shop.

Entry is free, making it accessible for tourists, families, and anyone interested in history.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Cable Car Museum

Historical Foundation

Founded in 1974 to celebrate the city's cable car history and technology.

Andrew Hallidie's Invention

Andrew Hallidie invented the cable car mechanism in 1873, facilitating steep hill transportation.

Subterranean Walkway

The museum features a subterranean walkway to observe the moving cable mechanisms.

Location

1201 Mason St

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