Tenderloin Museum

Championing the history and character of the Tenderloin District since 2015.

[Randy Shaw @beyondchron]

Thanks to all who came today. If you missed it, pick up a copy of my book at the Tenderloin Museum or order it online. Thanks!

[Randy Shaw @beyondchron]

My book event and last night's @TLMuseumSF gala showed again how much people want the Tenderloin to succeed. https://t.co/C2guDvVJop @SFBlueprint_ @THClinicSF @bilalmahmood

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📅 Wednesday, Oct 8 | 12:30 PM
📍 Deb Colloquium Room, UC Law SF (333 Golden Gate Ave.)
🎟️ https://t.co/emy5ZunbYw
#TenderloinMuseum #UCLawSF #SanFranciscoHistory #BookTalk #RandyShaw

[Tenderloin Museum @TLMuseumSF]

Happening TOMORROW!
Don’t miss this special Book Talk & Signing with @beyondchron — @uclaw_sf alumnus, Tenderloin Museum founder, and author of The Tenderloin: Sex, Crime, and Resistance in the Heart of San Francisco.

[Tenderloin Museum @TLMuseumSF]

Get a front-row seat as Randy shares the stories, inspiration, and history behind this groundbreaking book that uncovers the heart and resilience of one of San Francisco’s most storied neighborhoods.

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Thank you to everyone who joined us Thursday for THE STREETS OF SAN FRANCISCO! The evening included a surprise message none other than Academy Award-winner #MichaelDouglas, who graciously recorded a heartfelt video message just for the Tenderloin Museum.
https://t.co/D6cPHyWQKM

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🗓 Wednesday, October 8, 2025 | 4:30-8:00 PM
📍 Phoenix Hotel, 601 Eddy St., SF
🎟 Tickets available now: https://t.co/keWUuFT2e1

#TenderloinMuseum #TLM10 #IlluminateTheFuture #SFGala #PhoenixHotel #SanFrancisco

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✨🎉 LIGHT UP THE NIGHT WITH US! Tenderloin Museum is celebrating its 10th anniversary in unforgettable style—and you’re invited! Join us on Wednesday, October 8, from 4:30–8:00 PM at the legendary Phoenix Hotel for our most spectacular gala yet.

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This isn’t just our anniversary—it’s also one last celebration at the iconic Phoenix Hotel before it closes its doors at the end of the year. Don’t miss this historic night!

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Tickets are available for September and October performances of The Compton's Cafeteria Riot.

🎟️ https://t.co/0sdLkkxToM

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Happy 10th birthday to us!

[Randy Shaw @beyondchron]

What the @TLMuseumSF has brought to the Tenderloin and San Francisco during its first 10 years, https://t.co/9vKZOonb5q @bilalmahmood @MattHaneySF @Scott_Wiener

[Randy Shaw @beyondchron]

Before the @TLMuseumSF people didn't know that the #GratefulDead recorded their groundbreaking album in the Tenderloin. Or that #MilesDavis performed and boxed here. https://t.co/9vKZOonb5q @TL2ACTIVE @TLTube

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Due to overwhelming demand, The Compton's Cafeteria Riot has extended its run! Performances continue through the end of October 🎭 Don’t miss this bold, immersive retelling of a pivotal and timely moment in LGBTQ+ history—right here in San Francisco.

👉https://t.co/x5xR33wEox

[Great American Music Hall @GAMH]

JUST ANNOUNCED!🗯️ @TLMuseumSF presents "Silent Film in the Tenderloin" at GAMH on July 26th with the incredible CLUB FOOT QUINTET performing live-music to two early short films by Buster Keaton: “One Week” and “Day Dreams” !! 🎶📽️

⏳On sale NOW! ⌛
🎟️: https://t.co/Q3jyZGZsEt

[Great American Music Hall @GAMH]

JUST ANNOUNCED!💥 @TLMuseumSF turns 10 on July 16, 2025! To celebrate, TLM presents the “Sounds of the Tenderloin” with legendary Bay Area saxophonist, composer, arranger, & bandleader HOWARD WILEY and guests live at GAMH on July 16th!

⏳On sale NOW!
🎟️: https://t.co/pm1MpKBpmb

[Randy Shaw @beyondchron]

You hear a lot about community building. This is what it means, https://t.co/BIsXOiTS4c @bilalmahmood @BrookeJenkinsSF @TLMuseumSF

[Randy Shaw @beyondchron]

This is the most important factor in the Tenderloin's upward progress, https://t.co/I5YVMrhcKV @TLMuseumSF @TLTube @TL2ACTIVE

[Randy Shaw @beyondchron]

We had a great time discussing Tenderloin history, the ⁦@TLMuseumSF⁩ and my new book on the Tenderloin. Thanks ⁦@MILibrary⁩!

[Randy Shaw @beyondchron]

@DanielLurie @deadandcompany @RecParkSF Let's not forget that the Grateful Dead recorded its breakthrough album, American Beauty, at Wally Heider Studios in the Tenderloin. @TLMuseumSF