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Review & FAQ:
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What is The Cable Car Museum?
- The Cable Car Museum is a free-admission nonprofit museum located in San Francisco's Nob Hill neighborhood. It showcases the history and technology behind the city's iconic streetcar system.
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Where is the museum located?
- The museum is situated atop the city's Washington-Mason cable car powerhouse and bar and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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What exhibits are featured at The Cable Car Museum?
- The museum presents a significant collection of historic photography and artifacts related to San Francisco’s cable cars.
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It also houses three restored 19th-century cable cars, including:
- Clay Street Hill Railway Grip Car No. 8 – the only surviving car from the city's Clay Street Hill Railway, displayed at the 1893 Chicago World's Fair.
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Does the museum offer any unique viewing experiences?
- Yes! An observation deck provides a unique view of the cable car powerhouse operations, allowing visitors to watch as cable lines are pulled and cars are transported into the building.
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Is admission to The Cable Car Museum free?
- Yes! The museum offers free admission to all visitors.
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Where is The Cable Car Museum located?
- Address: 1201 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA 94108
- Phone: 415-474-1887
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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