Museum of Performance & Design, San Francisco

A treasure trove of archival material covering all aspects of the performing arts in San Francisco , from the Gold Rush to the present is what you can expect to find here. The collection at Museum of Performance & Design contains more than two million items includes audio and video tapes of performances, newspaper clippings, playbills, programs, and photographs. It is geared towards the performing arts professional, but it is open without charge to performing arts lovers from all walks of life. This facility also sponsors exhibitions and programs, such as opera divas in conversation. The Library is closed on Saturdays that fall before a national holiday.