San Francisco Law Library: An (Almost) Hidden Treasure for Free Research

Fri Jun 26 2026 at 03:00 pm to 04:00 pm UTC-07:00

Mechanics' Institute | San Francisco

Mechanics' Institute
Publisher/HostMechanics' Institute
San Francisco Law Library: An (Almost) Hidden Treasure for Free Research
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Learn about the San Francisco Law Library and its extensive collection of free legal
research materials—free and available to everyone.
About this Event

Since its founding in 1870, the San Francisco Law Library has provided free public

access to the legal research tools and materials that attorneys use every day. This

program introduces participants to the Law Library’s extensive print collection and suite

of legal databases so they can research their rights, navigate legal questions with

confidence, and connect with the expertise of approachable Reference Librarians who

can guide them to trustworthy answers and community resources. Plus, not only does

the SFLL’s collection have practical materials like sample contracts and court motions,

but also historical treasures and rare books. Attendees will gain practical knowledge,

free tools, and greater confidence with handling legal issues—empowering you to make

informed decisions and access justice more effectively.


Andrea Woods is the Assistant Director of the San Francisco Law Library. She served

the Law Library as a Reference Librarian for 15 years and earned her Juris Doctor from

the University of San Francisco School of Law. She is a member of the California State

Bar, the Northern California Association for Law Libraries, and the American Association

of Law Libraries.

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Mechanics' Institute, 3rd Floor Library Classroom A/B, San Francisco, United States

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