The Pressroom and Mercantile at The Box SF

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1073 Howard St
San Francisco, CA 94103

The Pressroom and Mercantile at The Box SF is a unique private event and meeting venue in San Francisco, offering a historic setting spanning four floors for various occasions. The venue features the oldest meeting and dining table in the country, a 338-year-old Gate Table that has hosted numerous corporate events, workshops, training sessions, and wedding receptions.

In addition to event spaces, The Box SF houses an antique 1850s letterpress shop and printed matter store, making it a museum-like experience for visitors. The ground floor boasts the largest antiquarian paper and advertising store in the United States, offering a wide range of vintage items for sale, including books, posters, paper goods, and advertising collectibles.

Guests can explore the historic building through a video tour or by appointment to witness the charm and character of the venue. The Box SF also provides different meeting rooms and a hidden Speakeasy for intimate gatherings, making it a versatile space for various types of events and functions.

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5.013 reviews
Jackie T.
4/14/2025

"Absolutely stunning! Your antique collection is truly one of the finest I've ever seen -- every piece is timeless and beautifully curated. A true treasure trove!" Mark the owner has truly created...

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Denise C.
8/6/2022

The Box created an exhibit of a mercantile store last year and I got a ticket from Airbnb. The Box has a website with collection items. Thrift store items antiques and etc. The exhibit is fun and...

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Rp F.
10/17/2022

Wow. An amazing antique store. Antiques of exceptional quality. You just don't see things this old in this type of condition. There are items from the 1800's and early 1900's that are in...

Ron C.
2/26/2024

An amazing treasure trove of ephemera! So many cool items to choose from. Mark the owner, was lovely and full of so much information about the building and collection.

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Alexander G.
7/10/2019

My better half has been on a new hobby journey lately and wanted me to check out some places to bring home "real" souvenirs. She selected this one, which was near my hotel area. I grew to see how...

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