Kids who ran away to 1960s San Francisco
9 days ago
- #runaway teens
- #1960s counterculture
- #San Francisco history
- The author discovered Huckleberry House, a home for runaway teens in 1960s San Francisco, through the book 'Season of the Witch'.
- Huckleberry House was founded by Reverend Larry Beggs, who provided support and care to runaway teenagers through heartfelt letters.
- The author visited the San Francisco Public Library to explore archives containing letters between runaway teens and Larry Beggs.
- The letters revealed deep personal struggles and the compassionate responses from Beggs, who listened without judgment.
- The experience connected the author to the past, drawing parallels between 1960s runaways and modern tech builders drawn to San Francisco.
- The author emphasizes the importance of following curiosity and exploring archives or libraries to uncover hidden histories.
- Huckleberry House continues its mission today, supporting at-risk teens, and the author's nonprofit, Nautilus, aids young creators in San Francisco.