The Mission
Mission Neighborhood Organizations
There are hundreds of community resources in the Mission, including
neighborhood and merchant organizations, boys and girls clubs, health
and senior centers, child care programs, and theater and dance performance
spaces.
The following list is intended to serve as a starting point to find organizations
that promote the history and culture of the Mission District.
Galaria de la Raza/Studio 24
2857 24th Street
(415)826-8009
www.galeriadelaraza.org
A non profit arts organization that presents Chicano/Latino art exhibitions
and cultural programs, and serves as a cross-cultural and educational
resource for artists. Gift store and gallery are open 12-6 pm, Tue.-Sat.
Intersection for the Arts
446 Valencia Street
(415)626-2787
www.theintersection.org
Offers artists and audiences the opportunity to experiment with aesthetically
and culturally diverse media and materials, encompassing theater, performance
art, literature, and visual arts.
Latino Issues Forum
785 Market Street, 3rd Flr.
(415)284-7220
www.lif.org
A "think tank" addressing Latino concerns in the areas of banking,
communications, health, and welfare.
Mission Cultural Center
2868 Mission Street
(415)821-1155
www.missionculturalcenter.org
Dedicated to developing, promoting and preserving Latino cultural values
through art. The theater, gallery, arts facilities, and class offerings
make art accessible to all. Open 10 am-6 pm, Tue.-Fri.; 10 am-4 pm, Sat.
Mission Dolores
3321 16th Street
(415)621-8203
www.californiamissions.com/cahistory/dolores.html
Completed in 1791, the Mission is the oldest in tact building in San Francisco.
The Mission Basilica, Museum and Cemetery are open 9 am-4 pm with guided
tours by appointment.
Mission Economic Cultural Association (MECA)
362 Capp Street
(415)206-7747
(see www.mncsf.org)
Mission Economic Development Association
3505 - 20th Street
info@medasf.org
(415)282-3334
www.medasf.org
Serves the business community needs by packaging loans, providing technical
assistance and designing programs that contribute to the overall well-being
of the neighborhood and the diversity of its merchants.
Precita Eyes Mural Arts Center
348 Precita Avenue
(415)285-2287
www.precitaeyes.org
Studio for planning and designing commissioned and portable murals and
a workshop for mural painting and other classes. Dedicated to enhancing
the environment through murals and educating the community in the process
of mural designs.
San Francisco Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
35 Gilbert Street
www.sfhcc.com
(415)861-2606
www.sfhcc.com
Group that focuses on promoting, developing and advocating for Hispanic
business by providing information, referrals and business development
opportunities.
San Francisco History Association
P.O. Box 31097
San Francisco, CA 94131
(415)750-9986
www.sanfranciscohistory.org
Assembles and promotes historical exhibits and shows. Holds monthly program
meetings, providing a distinctive forum and fellowship for both collectors
and history enthusiasts in San Francisco.
San Francisco Public Library: Mission Branch
300 Bartlett Street
(415)695-5090
Offers the largest general-interest Spanish language collection and collection
focusing on the history of Latino cultures, including Latino experience,
in the U.S.
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