Tenderloin Museum

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!

My book event and last night's @TLMuseumSF gala showed again how much people want the Tenderloin to succeed. beyondchron.org/how-sf-city-ha… @SFBlueprint_ @THClinicSF @bilalmahmood

📅 Wednesday, Oct 8 | 12:30 PM 📍 Deb Colloquium Room, UC Law SF (333 Golden Gate Ave.) 🎟️ uchcdo.regfox.com/preview/86d8b2… #TenderloinMuseum #UCLawSF #SanFranciscoHistory #BookTalk #RandyShaw

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.

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.

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. youtube.com/watch?v=0ZyZta…

🗓 Wednesday, October 8, 2025 | 4:30-8:00 PM 📍 Phoenix Hotel, 601 Eddy St., SF 🎟 Tickets available now: events.humanitix.com/tenderloin-mus… #TenderloinMuseum #TLM10 #IlluminateTheFuture #SFGala #PhoenixHotel #SanFrancisco

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!

✨🎉 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.

Tickets are available for September and October performances of The Compton's Cafeteria Riot. 🎟️ buytickets.at/comptonscafete…

Happy 10th birthday to us!

Before the @TLMuseumSF people didn't know that the #GratefulDead recorded their groundbreaking album in the Tenderloin. Or that #MilesDavis performed and boxed here. beyondchron.org/tenderloin-mus… @TL2ACTIVE @TLTube

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. 👉buytickets.at/comptonscafete…

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! ⌛ 🎟️: wl.seetickets.us/event/silent-f…

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! 🎟️: ow.ly/OQRV50WfeJ5

You hear a lot about community building. This is what it means, beyondchron.org/latina-empower… @bilalmahmood @BrookeJenkinsSF @TLMuseumSF

This is the most important factor in the Tenderloin's upward progress, beyondchron.org/the-tenderloin… @TLMuseumSF @TLTube @TL2ACTIVE

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

@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