"The so-called Beat Generation was a whole bunch of people, of all different nationalities, who came to the conclusion that society sucked." —John Clellon Holmes
Learn your Bay Area literary legacy with this guided tour through the historic North Beach neighborhood, and witness firsthand Beat-era landmarks and hear the stories of the poets, writers and musicians who created a new literary style, and paved the path for counterculture movements to follow. Led by Beat Museum founder Jerry Cimino. Register in advance, there's only room for 50. FREE, $5 suggested donation