For over 130 years, 847 Fillmore has stood as a witness to San Francisco’s history—surviving earthquakes, fires, and transformations. Its incredible history is a time capsule, a microcosm of San Francisco's history.

In this final episode, we explore its Victorian beginnings, mid-century reinventions, and its latest restoration as it enters the market in 2025. From grand Queen Anne opulence to modern luxury, this home’s journey is a testament to resilience and change. Join us as we bid farewell to 847 Fillmore and its unforgettable stories.

In this episode, we uncover the tumultuous history of 847 Fillmore and its connection to wartime displacement and racial inequities in San Francisco. From the forced removal of Japanese Americans under Executive Order 9066 to the arrival of Black Southern migrants seeking wartime opportunities, we explore how Alamo Square, the Fillmore, and Japantown evolved during and after World War II. Focusing on the events of November 1943, we examine the stark realities of urban displacement, systemic housing discrimination, and the resilience of those who called 847 Fillmore home.

🔊 Join us as we bring history to life, one story at a time.

Step back in time to 1933–1942, when Jewish Romanian couple Herman and Rosa Marcus transformed 847 Fillmore from a beer baron’s mansion into a vibrant Yiddish social hall. In this episode, we dive into the Glimpses of the Fillmore District’s Jewish Past YouTube transcript, uncovering the arrival of Eastern European Jews to San Francisco’s Fillmore neighborhood, their daily lives, and the tensions they faced from the established German Jewish community.

Plus, we spotlight the gripping tale of hero dog Flash and the near-tragic incident involving the Marcus daughters in January 1941. This deep dive brings to life the resilience and culture of the Fillmore’s Jewish Quarter.

🎧 Tune in for a rich historical journey filled with drama, heritage, and untold stories from San Francisco’s past.