🏛️ Designed by Women: Historic SF Architectural Walking Tour 🚶‍♀️

💎 Discover the Women Behind Some of San Francisco’s Historic Architecture! 💎

Join architect Martin Bernstein for another fun and fascinating 1.5-hour architectural walking tour, this time exploring historic Cow Hollow, Pacific Heights, and Presidio Heights through the work of pioneering women architects.

At a time when architecture was overwhelmingly a man’s profession, women including Emily Williams, Elizabeth Austin, and Julia Morgan were quietly leaving their mark on San Francisco. We’ll discover some of the beautiful homes and buildings they designed—and the fascinating stories of the women behind them.

As we make our way from Cow Hollow toward Presidio Heights, Martin will point out architectural details you might otherwise walk right past and share the history, personalities, and stories that bring these buildings to life. Expect plenty of those signature “I never noticed that before!” moments along the way!

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📍 Starting Point: 2700 Union Street, San Francisco (corner of Union & Broderick Sts)
🕜 Starting Time: 1:30 PM sharp — please arrive a few minutes early so we can begin on time.
🚶‍♀️ Tour Length: Approximately 1.5 hours. This is a walking tour covering roughly 1½ miles, so please wear comfortable shoes.

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Whether you’re an architecture lover, history buff, women’s history enthusiast, or simply enjoy discovering a side of San Francisco you’ve never noticed before, come spend the afternoon with us as we uncover the work of some remarkable women who helped shape the city—one building at a time. 🏛️✨

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🎟️ COST

The Walking Tour is FREE, but Martin's tours are supported almost entirely by walker contributions.

At the end of the tour, you will be given the opportunity to make a suggested $20* cash contribution or to contribute via Zelle to: martinbernstein617@gmail.com.

*10% of each contribution supports New Beginnings, a volunteer-led community that brings people together to make new friends, have fun, and share new experiences.

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WHAT TO BRING

☀️ Sun protection — hat and/or sunscreen
💧 Water to stay hydrated
👟 Comfy shoes
🤔 Your curiosity!

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🅿️ PARKING

Street parking is available throughout Cow Hollow and Pacific Heights, but spaces can be limited, especially on weekends. Please allow extra time to find parking and check posted signs carefully for time limits and restrictions.

PLEASE NOTE: Because this is a point-to-point walking tour rather than a loop, consider parking somewhere between the starting and ending areas or using public transportation or a rideshare.

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✨ Spots are limited to 20 — RSVP soon to save yours!
If the event fills, join the waitlist. Walk-ups welcome if space allows.

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👨🏻‍💼 Your Tour Guide
Martin Bernstein, Architect
martinbernsteinarchitect.com
Palo Alto ∙ San Francisco
📞 650.387.1000

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