Moscone Center

Convention center · San Francisco, California

Illustration of Moscone Center

Overview

The Moscone Center is San Francisco's largest convention and exhibition complex.

History

The center opened in 1981 and is named for Mayor George Moscone, who was assassinated in 1978. It has hosted many major technology conferences and has been expanded over the years.

Today

Large conferences fill nearby hotels and need badge checks, crowd management and exhibit-hall security.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.