Commonwealth Club World Affairs
conference centerWaterfront event and speaker venue on San Francisco’s Embarcadero that offers versatile indoor and outdoor event spaces, two auditoriums, lounges, rooftop deck and full AV/production facilities; frequently used for lectures, conferences, and private events with views of the Bay and Bay Bridge.
Upcoming Events (5)
Claude Steele on the Tension That Divides Us … and How to Overcome It
Renowned psychologist Claude Steele presents a live‑streamed Commonwealth Club talk on Mar 11 exploring the social tensions that divide us and practical ways to overcome them.
Apple - The First 50 Years
A lecture tracing Apple’s evolution from a garage startup to a global tech leader, highlighting key milestones and cultural impact.
The Science of Why We Click: Interpersonal Synchrony
Author Kate Murphy discusses the science of why we click with some people and how interpersonal synchrony shapes social chemistry.
Climate Change: Water Wars or Water Resilience?
A Commonwealth Club event in San Rafael on Mar 19 exploring whether climate change will trigger 'water wars' or spur resilient water policies, with experts discussing drought, adaptation, and water-security solutions.
Choose One: Fight for Democracy or Compromise With Fascists
A Commonwealth Club talk in Lafayette on Mar 24 examining whether to fight authoritarian movements or pursue compromise, featuring expert speakers debating democracy and responses to fascism.