Sutro Library

California State Library

Last updated 11/06/2026

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Description

The Sutro Library acquires, preserves, and makes accessible rare and unique resources for scholarship and education of students, faculty, and independent researchers. With over 90,000 volumes of rare books and 100,000 pamphlets, broadsides, photographs and maps, visitors will find information relevant to all academic disciplines. The Sutro Library also holds one of the largest genealogy collections west of Salt Lake City, allowing patrons to explore their family history and local genealogy.

Phone: 415-469-6100


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Braille and Talking Book Library (BTBL) California History Room California Research Bureau General Collection Government Publications Section Witkin State Law Library

Topics

Education

Keywords

genealogy, maps, photographs, rare books