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First United Lutheran Church San Francisco
The First United Lutheran Church of San Francisco was first established in 1886, and is one of the first Lutheran congregations in California. Like many churches in California, the First United Lutheran Church incorporates many musical settings and forms into its traditional Lutheran ideals. The church believes in complete inclusion in both forms of worship as well as diverse communities. It was even ousted from the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America in 1990 for its decisions to ordaining both openly gay pastors as well as female pastors. Currently, the First United Lutheran Church is a nomadic congregation and now meets in the St. Cyprian’s Episcopal Church near the main campus of University of San Francisco.
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Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman's Wharf is a famous neighbourhood in San Francisco and is an extremely busy tourist destination with several attractions.
San Francisco's Fisherman Wharf is actually one of the most well-known areas in Western US. It is a vibrant neighbourhood with tons of famous places with many well known activities.
2 of the 3 cable car lines connect Fisherman's Wharf. A plethora of seafood restaurants dotted in the entire neighbourhood, a colony of sea lions resting nearby, a couple of museums and souvenir shops make the place a tourist hotspot. Sightseeing boats into the San Francisco Bay and also ferries to Alcatraz take off from here. This amazing and lively neighbourhood of the city is one of the several must visit places.æ
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Fort Funston Beach
Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and Lake Merced , situated on San Franciscos coast is Fort Funston Beach. The beach is famous for hang gliding and hikes towards the south which get more and more remote with every step. The access to the beach is free of cost with ample parking spaces all over.
The beach is a known dog paradise but we request you to please pick up any waste. Also dogs are only allowed on a leash. Hiking towards the north direction , the trail takes you to another beach and one can visit the sunset trail as well on the way back. Look out for some jaw dropping graffiti and sand dollars on this route. We recommend going on a unique fossil hunt too. The parking lot houses a wooden platform which gives breathtaking views of the gliders, beach and the ocean. A lot of cyclists take bring down their bikes to the beach too! Just behind the beach is a military installation too, called Battery Davis and is free to explore.
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Fort Point National Historic Site
A historical and architectural landmark, a field trip spot and a bygone military vantage point, Fort Point National Historic Site, situated right below the southern anchorage of the Golden Gate Bridge has all the highlights under its sleeves. Originally erected to protect the harbor during the American Civil War, the fort was built by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers between 1853 and 1861.
In 1970, the brick fort built in the “Third System” architectural style was declared as a National Historic Site remembered for its captivating beauty and fortitude. Often referred to as the “Pride of the Pacific”, Fort Point has served San Francisco with its fortification throughout Gold Rush as well as the World War II, thus keeping the foreign or political threat at check.Fort Point is cherished for its unparalleled view-point and has now become both a recreational and tourist spot offering ranger-guided tours, candlelight tours and cannon drills. It also conducts annual Civil-War re-enactments and parades, crabbing programs and environmental educational programs. Acclaimed as Guardian of the Golden Gate, Fort Point also has a bookstore and puts exhibitions showcasing the historical artifacts, database and photography of the African-American soldier troops, Women in American military, the 19th century ammunition and the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Fourth Church of Christ, Scientist
The former Fourth Church of Christ, Scientist is a historic Christian Science church in the Richmond District of San Francisco. Christian Science is considered a sect of Christianity. It was founded as a return to the original beliefs of Christian healing through prayer. The building was designed by architect Carl Werner in the Classical Revival style. By 2009, the following had declined and the building was sold to the Internet Archive.
The Internet Archive is one of the most ambitious cataloging projects, based on its belief in “universal access to all knowledge”. The church’s main room is home to more than 120 ceramic sculptures of the Internet Archive’s employees- both former and current. Free tours are conducted every Friday at 1 pm. Every October, the Archive hosts the Library Leaders Forum, which is a workshop for librarians and information managers.
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Fourth Church of Christ, Scientist
The former Fourth Church of Christ, Scientist is a historic Christian Science church in the Richmond District of San Francisco. Christian Science is considered a sect of Christianity. It was founded as a return to the original beliefs of Christian healing through prayer. The building was designed by architect Carl Werner in the Classical Revival style. By 2009, the following had declined and the building was sold to the Internet Archive.
The Internet Archive is one of the most ambitious cataloging projects, based on its belief in “universal access to all knowledge”. The church’s main room is home to more than 120 ceramic sculptures of the Internet Archive’s employees- both former and current. Free tours are conducted every Friday at 1 pm. Every October, the Archive hosts the Library Leaders Forum, which is a workshop for librarians and information managers.
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Francis Beach Campground
Half Moon Bay, the pictorial coastal city in San Mateo county of California, has a string of beaches and a singular bay including the very famous Half Moon Bay State Beach. Francis Beach is an ocean retreat alongside a coastal trail ideal for picnicking, sun-basking and fishing. It has a campground and a visitor centre for enhancing knowledge on coastal history.
Nestled on forty feet elevation of Kelly Avenue, Francis Beach Campground provides arresting views of the Pacific Ocean. The campground has 52 individual sites, depending on its suitability for tent-camping, trailing and recreational vehicles.
It provides excellent services including picnic tables, coin-operated hot showers, restrooms, water-filling station and dumping bins.Campfires and pets are strictly prohibited on the beach. However, fires are allowed at approved spots on the campground and also accommodate pets on leashes on camping sites. Trail hiking, biking to the Kings Highway and horseback riding on the campground is some of the most enjoyable recreational activities around the campground. Downtown Half Moon Bay along with restaurants and coffee shops are nearby exploring options of the campground.
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Franklin Canyon Golf Course
The Franklin Canyon golf course located in Hercules California is a beautiful lush property. It is also known as the Bay Area course. The golf course was designed by the legendary architect Robert Graves known to design much golf courses. The course is surrounded by small hills and gorgeous trees making it a beautiful patch of green. It close to San Francisco and is a quite popular spot for anyone looking to enjoy a game of golf especially from the north of San Francisco.
The Franklin Canyon golf course located in Hercules California is a beautiful lush property. It is also known as the Bay Area course. The golf course was designed by the legendary architect Robert Graves known to design many golf courses. The course is surrounded by small hills and gorgeous trees making it a beautiful patch of green. It close to San Francisco and is a quite popular spot for anyone looking to enjoy a game of golf especially from the north of San Francisco.The golf course is spread across a 2-acre property and includes two ponds making it the ideal property for anyone looking to learn or train in golf. It also comes fully equipped with a pro shop, practice facilities, and a clubhouse. The golf course offers membership options at affordable rates and includes a wide offer of benefits. It also offers private and group lessons for individuals.Apart from the golf tournaments, the golf course is an excellent venue for events, parties, and weddings. The surrounding landscape provides the perfect backdrop to capture memories of your special day.
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Garden for the Environment
Established in 1990 by a group of gardeners in the drought-affected California, Garden for the environment stands to carry forth sustainable agricultural movements in urban areas.
Established in 1990 by a group of gardeners in the drought-affected California, Garden for the environment stands to carry forth sustainable agricultural movements in urban areas. Garden for the environment is a large garden converted school that holds workshops for the youth and adults of the society. The garden is primarily designed for educational purposes and grows over 50 varieties of fruits and vegetables. Apart from propagating the green thumb movement in urban areas for the past 30 years, the garden also donates its produce to local shelters. It is not a conventional garden but is a must-visit to educate yourself.
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GLBT Historical Society Museum
The Gay Lesbian Bisexual Transgender (GLBT) Historical Society is an organization that started to support the acceptance of the LGBTQ community and validates their fundamental rights. The museum has an archive reading room with an extensive collection of photographs, periodicals, personal audiovisual recordings and stories, etc. They showcase exhibits about Harvey Milk’s life as an openly gay politician, his assassination, etc. The display includes temporary exhibits regarding AIDS awareness, drag-queens, life of activist Angela Davis, Gay Pride, etc. In addition to this, they host panel discussions, film screenings and galas. The museum gift shop offers a range of apparel, accessories, bags, etc.
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