Former Welsh Presbyterian Church constructed in 1904 and reconstructed after 1906 earthquake, nominated for San Francisco Historic Landmark designation, restored and reincarnated as The Assembly in 2015. Currently housing a women-centric clubhouse of the same name, The Assembly enters its second century as a community center for gathering and enlightenment.
Photography by Margaret Austin
Former Sacred Heart Rectory constructed 1891 - 1907 in Romanesque Revival style along with adjacent Sacred Heart Cathedral, currently nominated for designation as San Francisco Landmark. Renovated and seismically upgraded in 2011, the Rectory is now home to The Center SF, a mindful community of healers and others promoting personal growth, movement, and integrated living. With Tea House, Yoga and Dance Studio, and multiple gathering spaces.
Former Sacred Heart Convent designed by architect John J. Foley and constructed in 1936 to house the Sisters of Saint Dominic, currently nominated for designation as a San Francisco Landmark. Renovated 2011, now housing an integrated live-work space for artists across a broad spectrum of creative disciplines. The Convent comprises private and shared spaces including the original Sanctuary where a variety of community gatherings are hosted including music, comedy, film & art shows, yoga, dance, and more.
Former Sacred Heart Elementary School designed by architect John J. Foley, constructed 1926 and currently nominated for San Francisco Landmark designation. Renovated 2013 to provide ADA accessibility, the building now houses La Scuola International School providing K-8 bilingual education for lovers of the Italian language and culture, with an Reggio Emilia-based pedagogy.