A rare opportunity to visit the Bay Area's grandest railroad station, Oakland's Southern Pacific 16th St. Station built in 1912, designed by Jarvis Hunt. A destination for transcontinental travelers and transfer point to local electric rail, the Main Hall and Baggage Wing will be open for visitors. View the elevated electric rail platform and the signal tower, where the switches were monitored.

History

This station was the major hub for arrivals to northern California, and a central focus of organizing for the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters and their leader C. L. Dellums.

Listed in the National Register of Historic Places in January, 2025; find out about prospects for re-use and restoration.

Important Note

The grounds will be open for the duration of the event without RSVP, but timed entry is required to enter the building to ensure safety.

Doors Open California

This event is a part of Doors Open, which has many open sites across the state.