Russian Center
of San Francisco
The beautiful facade of our historic building
A selection of souvenirs at our Festival
Private event hosted in the Grand Ballroom
The beautiful facade of our historic building
Russian Center
of San Francisco
Cultural Activities
Our Story
Get to Know Us
​The Russian Center of San Francisco was founded in 1939 by Russian immigrants to preserve, celebrate, and exhibit the rich cultural heritage of the Russian and Slavic diaspora through community programs and events.
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Our mission of preserving Russian-American and Slavic heritage and culture continues to this day. Our cultural center includes a museum and library, a bilingual pre-school, children's folk dance and theater classes, and annual festivals.
We welcome all individuals interested in Slavic and Russian culture and provide community building opportunities for Slavic-speaking immigrants. We strive to foster a deeper appreciation of Russian and Slavic heritage, history, language, arts and traditions to inspire future generations.
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​​As a San Francisco California 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, we do not engage in, support, or take positions on any political matters.
Tangamente Tango Immersion, CA
"We hosted our 3-day Tango Festival at the San Francisco Russian Center for 3 years in a row and could not have asked for a better venue. Its spacious halls, central location, and historic charm perfectly matched the spirit of Argentine Tango. The venue offered excellent flexibility for our needs, from immersive workshops to live music and social dance events. The managers and staff were attentive, accommodating, and very easy to work with, helping us create a seamless experience for both local and international guests. We would gladly recommend the Russian Center for any cultural festival or community gathering.”
Bulgare Dance Group, CA
"The Russian Center has been an incredible home for our weekly dance group. With members from all over the Bay Area, we truly appreciate its central location and welcoming atmosphere. Thanks to the accommodating and friendly staff, renting space is always a smooth and hassle-free experience. We are grateful to have a place where we can come together, dance, and celebrate our shared Slavic heritage in such a warm and supportive environment."
City Church San Francisco, CA
"We have called the Russian Center home for our Sunday morning worship services since 1997. The Russian Center is centrally located and close to parking which makes it convenient for our congregation that lives all over the city. It provides flexible space for all our ministry needs and has been the backdrop for so many traditions and memories over the past 3 decades. We highly recommend the Russian Center."
A. Danich, CA
"In choosing a venue for my wedding reception, I immediately knew it had to be the Russian Center. For me, it's just like inviting guests into a second home."
E. Baranoff, CA
"The Russian Center was a beautiful venue for our daughter’s wedding reception. The manager went above and beyond in assisting us, and we loved that we had access to the entire main floor. No other venue in the City provides such flexibility. We had an excellent experience and highly recommend the Center."