Join us for a casual panel discussion highlighting local businesses that repair the things we love.
In a culture that encourages the replacement of things when they break or wear out, we’re gathering to celebrate the people who keep them going. Whether it’s a watch, a blazer, or a vacuum, these objects are essential to our daily lives. The owners of Ben’s Watch Boutique, Roberto’s Tailor, and Phil’s Electric Company will be in conversation with Nicole Meldahl of WNP discussing the importance of their work and connecting it to the history of San Francisco.
This program continues a series launched in October 2025 in partnership with Kathryn Hyde of reEnvisionRepair, a project that has interviewed and photographed more than 50 repair shops across the Bay Area, celebrating the art of preservation through the stories of those who keep things working.
Every item repaired is a story preserved, and we’re delighted to share the stories of these shopkeepers with you.
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Doors open at 6:00pm
Panel discussion at 6:30pm
Light refreshments will be served
Free; please RSVP in advance using the form below
Transportation
Street parking can be a challenge, we recommend taking the 7 Haight/Noriega (exit: 15th & Lincoln) or the N-Judah (exit:15th & Judah)
Western Neighborhoods Project is your home for friendly neighborhood history. Since 1999, the organization has preserved and shared the history and culture of the neighborhoods in western San Francisco.
reEnvisionRepair celebrates the art of preservation by highlighting the work of local repair shops, showcasing the work of San Francisco Bay Area businesses who combat wastefulness through the art of repair.