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The Beat Museum and its collection

The Beat Museum
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Whether you are a fan of the Beat generation or not, this museum full of memorabilia is simply one of its kind. The museum also organizes walking tours that will take you along the footsteps of the Beats.

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#19 History & Anthropology in San Francisco #4 Language & literature museums in San Francisco #7 Person & artist museums in San Francisco #191 History & Anthropology in California #11 Language & literature museums in California #55 Person & artist museums in California #116 Language & literature museums in United States
The Beat Museum
540 BroadwaySan Francisco
CA 94133 San Francisco
California

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Opening hours

Monday
10:00 – 19:00
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday
10:00 – 19:00
Friday
10:00 – 19:00
Saturday
10:00 – 19:00
Sunday
10:00 – 19:00
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Admission

General Admission$8.00
Military$5.00
Seniors$5.00
Students$5.00
Teachers$5.00
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Facilities

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Location & Map

540 BroadwaySan Francisco, San Francisco

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The Beat Museum Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Beat Museum in San Francisco is a small but content-rich institution dedicated to the Beat Generation writers and artists. Visitors often appreciate the museum's collection of memorabilia, books, and artifacts related to iconic figures like Jack Kerouac, Allen Ginsberg, and Neal Cassady. The museum provides an informative overview of the Beat movement and its impact on American culture.

    Many reviewers note that the museum's staff are knowledgeable and passionate, often enhancing the experience with their insights. The bookstore attached to the museum is frequently praised for its extensive collection of Beat literature and related works.

    However, some visitors mention that the museum is relatively small and can be explored quickly. A few reviewers also comment that the exhibits could benefit from updates or more interactive elements. The admission price is generally considered reasonable, but some feel it's a bit high for the size of the museum.

    Despite its compact nature, The Beat Museum is often recommended for literature enthusiasts and those interested in 20th-century American counterculture. It offers a focused look at an important literary movement in a location that was central to the Beat Generation.

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