SF Art Book Fair returns this week to the Dogpatch

Catch up quick: The multi-day exhibition began in 2016 as a celebration of print culture. Since the Minnesota Street Project Foundation took over in 2023, the event has expanded to four buildings in the Dogpatch.

What they're saying: "We're working hard to champion the founding vision and provide a platform as the fair continues to grow," Lisa Ellsworth, the foundation's director of development and strategy, told Axios.

Between the lines: Everything from books, zines and monographs to catalogs and many other types of printed materials will be on display at the event, which will also feature lectures, live music, panel discussions, signings and book launches.

• More than 150 exhibitors, including 30 international publishers from Australia, Indonesia, Japan and Nicaragua, will spotlight their work.
• Programming also includes international premieres, curated avant-garde film screenings and workshops.

By the numbers: Organizers expect this year's turnout to surpass last year's, which topped about 27,000 people, Ellsworth said.

If you go: Thursday through Sunday at various locations on Minnesota Street.