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506 BROADWAY
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94133 United States Get Directions
(415) 322-8884

Nestled in the heart of San Francisco’s vibrant North Beach, at the very spot where the legendary Finocchio’s once stood, a new artistic spirit has taken root. This storied location, once a beacon of dazzling drag shows and a haven for the LGBTQ+ community, has transformed into a unique art space that honors its flamboyant past while showcasing the creativity of local San Francisco artists. The building itself whispers tales of its theatrical history. While the glitz and glamour of the Finocchio’s era may have faded, the essence of its bold and expressive spirit remains. After the club’s closure in 1999, the space was briefly occupied by an office belonging to Tony Serra, the renowned and often controversial criminal defense attorney. During his tenure, Serra commissioned murals and other artworks, adding another layer to the building’s rich artistic history. These pieces, perhaps bearing witness to the legal dramas that unfolded within those walls, now share space with the new artistic expressions that grace the venue. Today, the space has been reborn as an art space and cinema. It proudly displays the works of local San Francisco artists, providing a platform for their diverse voices and perspectives. But the echoes of Finocchio’s still resonate. In a delightful homage to the club’s legacy, a collection of original Finocchio’s costumes are showcased. These vibrant relics, frozen in time, serve as a reminder of the club’s groundbreaking role in the city’s cultural landscape and its enduring impact on the LGBTQ+ community. The space now serves as a bridge between the past and present, celebrating both the artistic legacy of Finocchio’s and the vibrant contemporary art scene of San Francisco.

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Step Into History: A Studio Visit & Surrealist Film Experience for SF Design Week

CIAO ART COLLECTIVE 506 BROADWAY, SAN FRANCISCO, CA, United States
JOIN US FOR AN EXCLUSIVE SF DESIGN WEEK EVENT WHERE ART, HISTORY, AND CINEMA CONVERGE IN A ONE-OF-A-KIND ART SPACE VISIT. THIS HISTORIC SPACE, ONCE A LEGENDARY NIGHTCLUB FROM THE 1930S TO 1999, NOW SERVES AS A CREATIVE HUB SHOWCASING LOCAL SAN FRANCISCO ARTISTS AND A CURATED COLLECTION OF ORIGINAL OUTFITS FROM THE CLUB’S FORMER
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