847 Fillmore: Stories in the Walls
Step inside the storied walls of 847 Fillmore Street in San Francisco, a Victorian mansion with a rich history spanning over a century. From its role as a Fire Department headquarters after the 1906 earthquake to a clandestine communist spy drama in the shadows and its stunning 2024 transformation into a luxury home, this podcast uncovers the layers of history behind one extraordinary address.
847 Fillmore: Stories in the Walls
Benny & The Feds - Dictographs in the Shadows
During the politically charged 1930s, 847 Fillmore was a bustling Yiddish social hall that unwittingly became a targeted venue for the Young Communist League’s secret gatherings. This intriguing chapter of the home’s history was uncovered by investigative journalists and private detectives, revealing the property’s role in the cultural and political movements that swept through San Francisco. It’s a story that bridges the home’s history with the broader tapestry of American social change.