As a bibliophile, I was very interested in this niche museum when visiting SF. The information contained inside is very interesting, but ultimately the museum is pretty small. There's also an office(?) behind a curtain, meaning loud phone conversations are happening constantly, not very museum-like. The $15 entry fee was perhaps a little steep for what's actually included, especially as none of the hands-on exhibits were currently available.

What a lovely and eclectic treat in San Francisco. The staff is extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly.

Showcasing some of the history of American bookbinding techniques and equipment, this museum is a fascinating place to visit. When I walked in for the first time, I had simply no idea how intricate and laborious the process of book binding used to be; I now recognize it for the unbelievable artistry that it was. The staff is warm, welcoming, and friendly, and truly go the extra mile to make tours through here entertaining and informative. If you have an interest in history, books, machinery, or even just half an hour to spend, I highly recommend a stop at The American Bookbinders Museum.

A small museum - you will only need an hour or two. The space is modern and clean, the machines and a few hands on exhibits are fun. Great if you don't want to spend the whole day in a museum, or if you are down near Yerba Buena gardens, Moscone east, the Metreon, or MOMA and have a little time.

This is a great self guided tour of the history of bookbinding. From the first paper to modern techniques, there are examples of the implements and machines used throughout the years. Took about two hours. Staff was helpful with answering questions on the function of the machines.

We loved this thoughtfully curated museum to an art with an amazing history. Lots of great artifacts and a couple of fun interactive exhibits. Do bring your headphones as there is a good, free audio tour. I'm so glad there is a museum preserving the history of this important trade.

A beautifully curated museum that encourages you to touch exhibits and ask questions. Information is shared in a way that is easily digestible and not overwhelming. The staff was absolutely lovely.

If you appreciate physical objects as beautiful and fascinating artifacts, I think this museum may be worth your time. The articles on show are interesting, well arranged, and presents with good explanations. If anything, I wish the exhibit was a bit larger - presenting a greater variety of tools and materials, and contrasting eras and regions.

Extremely small museum with very few items on display. Staff is not friendly or informative: everything seems to be catered to those "already in the know." I wish there were some attempt at community education/integration, but everything at the museum is from an exclusively Western, non-diverse perspective.

Each large piece of equipment has a great little explainer that helps visitors understand the many layers of innovation involved with this technology.

Small little museum, but I found the old book printing and binding machines super interesting, so I still managed to spend an hour here. If the topic interests you and you're in the area, I'd say pop in.

Great little museum on how books are made. Like the lady said "you'll never look at a book the same way again." Truth.

The audioguide was very informative and the exhibits were well-curated. The interactive exhibits were especially engaging.

Fun museum to learn about bookbinding! Ask for the audio tour! You can use your phone or they'll lend you a tablet and headphones

A pretty small museum showcasing bookbinding. a simple trip if you are along the way.

So amazing! Not a long stop but very interesting with hands on parts and lots of cool machines.

I like this place great place for photo ops. It was worth every penny we spent to get in. Highly recommend that you bring the kids or a date to this place. Its called a museum but I think its just a bunch of rooms with some pretty cool stuff inside.

Great museum with hands on Western bookbinding exhibits and special collections on temporary display in a room to the left of the main entrance. Paper guide pamphlets and audio tours are available. I really liked it because it seemed old and technological innovations of the 1800s are given explanations along with the old traditional methods. Several books with cases are displayed along with book production equipment.

This is a small museum that explains clearly how a book is actually constructed. I liked the chance to sew a couple of signatures into place. There's a great deal I don't know about what's between the pages I read and the spine! The history included in the exhibit is itself worth a visit.