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San Francisco, California: Invention of the Slot Machine

Address:
406 Market Street, San Francisco, CA
Directions:
Market and Fremont Sts.
Hours:
Always visible. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Invention of the Slot Machine

Plaque marks where inventor Charles August Fey worked on coin operated gambling devices until he hit on the 3-reel bell slot machine in 1900.

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