Currently: Books, Inc.
Previously: The Shed
2275 Market Street
San Francisco, California 94114
Status: Restaurant
History
Summary
| Name | Dates of Operation |
| The Shed | 1972 – 1977 |
Details
The Shed was an after-hours dance club at 2275 Market Street that operated from 1972 to 1977. It was open from 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m. and did not sell alcohol, so many would not consider it to be a bar, though many historical guides referenced it as such.
When the Shed moved to 3520 16th Street, the location served as the headquarters for the “No on 6” campaign to defeat the Briggs Initiative, which would have mandated firing gay teachers as well as any allies who spoke in favor of gay rights.
It is now the location of Books, Inc. and a mini-mall.
Sources
“Castro Business Ads from the 1970’s,” Uncle Donald’s Castro Street.
Leyland, Winston, Out in the Castro: Desire, Promise, Activism, Leyland Publications, 2002, ISBN 0-943595-88-6.
Location
2275 Market Street, San Francisco
I remember. does anyone else? I was 15 – 17 in 75 – 77 and it was the only place that would let us in…
Lulu, I’d love to hear more of your stories. Maybe an interview?
I was the “Manager” at The Shed for a few of those years. Great place and great times
I worked @ Church Street Station, during the Years 1975 to 1983. I remember Frank @ the Shed. I worked @ the Shed from 1973 to 1974.
How are you Rey?
Hey LuLu its Frances Thompson I was there with you it was so much fun we dressed up so much you were always so fashionalbe girl I will always love our times growing up together,