Outside Lands San Francisco

Nicole sits down with Nora Lalle—artist and publisher of Pamplemousse Magazine—and photographer Richard Sexton to discuss their exciting recent and upcoming collaborations, the creative inspirations behind their work, and their deep love for San Francisco.

Nicole and Rebekah return to the Richmond Banner collection from 1895 one last time in Short Stack #8, wrapping up this chapter as they get ready to explore new stories and sources ahead.

Join us for a rebroadcast of a classic episode on the western themed, Fun-Tier Town which was added to Playland at the Beach in 1960. It featured rides that were designed to be enjoyed by younger children. And for special occasions, there was a large room in a western motif, where parents could purchase a party package (food and favors) that could host 20 or more sugar-fueled screaming kids.

Join Nicole and Rebekah for another Short Stack episode as they dive into major shake-ups at the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and the California Digital Newspaper Collection (CDNC), exploring the challenges both now face. Plus, don’t miss a fascinating photo highlight from the OpenSFHistory collection!

Nicole sits down with Ava Roy, founder and artistic director of We Players, to dive into the inspiration behind their latest immersive production at Fort Point. They explore the origins of We Players, the creative process behind site-integrated theater, and how Fort Point’s unique history shapes the current show.

Join Nicole and Rebekah for another Short Stack, as they dig into what’s piquing their interest in history right now—and continue their deep dive into an 1895 edition of the Richmond Banner!

This week, Nicole is joined by a distinguished panel to discuss the state of San Francisco’s history organizations. Featuring Woody LaBounty (SF Heritage), Mercedes Devine (The Society of California Pioneers), and Frances Kaplan (Lead Archivist, formerly with the California Historical Society, now at Stanford), the conversation is moderated by Amanda Bartlett (SFGate) and recorded live at KALW on Montgomery Street as part of their Bay Agenda series. Together, they dive into what keeps these organizations going and the challenges of preserving the city’s rich history in an ever-changing landscape.

Join Nicole and Rebekah as they dive into their latest history fascinations, unravel the current administration's crackdown on selective words, and even explore the story of Monarch the bear. To access the OpenSFHistory photo of Monarch, you can use this URL: https://opensfhistory.org/Display/wnp13.134.jpg

Join Nicole and Drew as they uncover the fascinating history of 2400 Fulton Street, the legendary Jefferson Airplane house.

Join Nicole and Rebekah as they discuss the closure of the California Historical Society (CHS), its impact on the community, and what it means for the future of historical organizations in San Francisco.