Many of the classic buildings were condemned and padlocked in the 1970s before an architect undertook a massive project to restore them.

How Old Oakland’s Historic Buildings Survived Decay (and Demolition)

Bay Curious is a show about your questions – and the adventures you find when you go looking for the answers. Join host Olivia Allen-Price to explore all aspects of the San Francisco Bay Area – from the debate over "Frisco", to the dinosaurs that once roamed California, to the causes of homelessness. Whether you lived here your whole life, or just arrived, Bay Curious will deepen your understanding of this place you call home.