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The Hass-Lilienthal House at Alamo Square vicinity

A stunning Queen Anne-style Victorian built in 1886, this home is the only intact Victorian house museum in San Francisco open to the public, offering a glimpse into the city's immigrant history.

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What is the Hass-Lilienthal House known for?

It is the only intact Victorian house museum in San Francisco that is open to the public.

How much does it cost to visit?

Admission is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors (65+), and $8 for students and youth ages 6–17. Children 5 and under are free.

What are the hours for guided tours?

Guided tours are offered on Wednesdays and Sundays at 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.

What is the history of the house?

Built in 1886 for Bertha and William Haas, a German-Jewish family, this Queen Anne-style Victorian survived the 1906 earthquake and fires. It became a museum in 1973 after being willed to San Francisco Heritage.

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What to know

The Haas-Lilienthal House is a magnificent Queen Anne-style Victorian residence located at 2007 Franklin Street in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. Built in 1886 for William and Bertha Haas, a German-Jewish family, the home served as a residence for multiple generations of the Haas family. The family's legacy expanded through marriage to the Lilienthals, with Alice Lilienthal Haas remaining in the home until her death in 1972. This architectural gem is particularly significant for its survival; it narrowly escaped destruction during the 1906 earthquake and the subsequent fires that devastated much of the city. Because of this, it now stands as the only intact Victorian house museum in San Francisco open to the public. Beyond its architecture, the home illustrates the vital role that Jewish immigrants played in the development of the American West. Following the death of Alice Lilienthal Haas, the property was willed to San Francisco Heritage, an organization dedicated to preserving the city's architectural history. The house officially became a museum in 1973. To ensure its longevity, the site underwent a phase-one restoration that was completed and celebrated in November 2015, refreshing the interior and exterior for modern visitors. Today, the museum provides a rare look at late 19th-century domestic life. Visitors can explore the ornate details of the Queen Anne style while learning about the family's history. The site is fully wheelchair accessible via an elevator, ensuring that the beauty of this historic residence is available to all guests.

Visitor tips

  • Guided tours are available on Wednesdays and Sundays at 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
  • Adult admission is $15, while seniors pay $12 and students/youth (6–17) pay $8.
  • If you have mobility needs, the house is wheelchair accessible via an elevator.
  • Children aged 5 and under enter for free.

Nearby context

Situated at the corner of Franklin and Washington streets, the house is a cornerstone of the Pacific Heights neighborhood, an area known for its opulent residential architecture and steep hills.

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