The National Archives at San Francisco

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

Address

Leo J. Ryan Memorial Federal Building

1000 Commodore Drive

San Bruno, California 94066-2350

Phone:  (650) 238-3501

Fax:  (650) 238-3510

Email:  sanbruno.archives@nara.gov

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

Hours

Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Closed to the public on Saturdays, Sundays, and Federal Holidays

We encourage researchers wishing to use original records to schedule an appointment prior to visiting.

Pull Times 

No original records will be pulled after 3:00 p.m.  

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.