The National Archives at San Francisco

We hold permanent records created by federal agencies and courts in the following areas:

Contact Us

Leo J. Ryan Memorial Federal Building

1000 Commodore Drive

San Bruno, California 94066-2350

Phone:  (650) 238-3501          Fax:  (650) 238-3510

• Our telephones at this facility have been experiencing intermittent service disruptions. If you are unable to reach us via phone, please email us.

Email:  sanbruno.archives@nara.gov

We will respond to requests within ten (10) business days of their receipt.

 

Hours

The research room at the National Archives at San Francisco is open by appointment only, Monday–Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Please email sanbruno.archives@nara.gov for more information or to request a research room appointment. 

Please see these frequently asked questions for further information about conducting in-person research at the National Archives.

Find links to finding aids, ordering information, online research tools, and much more.     

• Alcatraz Inmates
• Alien Case Files (A-Files)
• Chinese immigration
• Native Americans
• Genealogical Resources

Learn what you need to know to make the most of your research day with us.

Find phone numbers and email addresses for key staff and departments at our facility.