Come visit Wells Fargo’s flagship museum located at corporate headquarters
in the heart of the financial district. Located at the site where Wells Fargo
first opened for business in 1852, the museum tells the story of how Wells Fargo provided banking and express services to pioneers in Gold Rush San Francisco.
Exhibits Include
Immerse yourself in many fascinating exhibits, including
- Learn how to drive a stagecoach
- Send an express package
- Use vintage bank machines
- Send a message via working telegraphs to another Wells Fargo museum
- Ride in a replica stagecoach listening to stories from stagecoach drivers and passengers
Address
420 Montgomery Street
San Francisco, California 94163
(415) 396-2619
Museum Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(closed on bank holidays)
Our Museum hosts a variety of events throughout the year. We often present special programs that are educational and fun!
Here are PDFs for easy download
August Pop-up Exhibits: Assaying
Ever wonder what happened to gold after it was discovered in the mountains during the California Gold Rush? How much was gold worth and how its value was determined? Make your way to the museum to find out and take part in this hands-on presentation.
Wednesday, August 2, from 2 pm – 3pm
Tuesday, August 8, from 2 pm – 3pm
Wednesday, August 16, from 2pm – 3pm
Tuesday, August 22, from 2 pm – 3pm
Wednesday, August 30, from 2 pm – 3pm
August Noontime Talks: Stagecoaches
Do you think you could outrun a stagecoach? How many people could ride on a stagecoach at one time? How long would it take to travel from Omaha to Sacramento on a stagecoach? Stop by the museum to learn the answers to these questions and many more.
Thursday, August 3, at noon
Wednesday, August 9, at noon
Tuesday August 15, at noon
Wednesday, August 23, at noon
Tuesday, August 29, at noon
We are open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (closed on bank holidays).
Admission is free.
Tours are available for school classes and other groups, depending on available tour guides.
- Small groups and families can enjoy a self-guided experience using their smart devices and through our many interactive exhibits.
- Large drop-in groups need to schedule their visit with the museum in advance.
Call our museum (415) 396-2619 for more information, or email us at
wfmuseum.sf@wellsfargo.com
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