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New Lakeview Mural Brings Heritage to Life
At the corner of Broad and Plymouth in San Francisco's southwestern Lakeview/OMI district, history and heroes take pride of place
At the corner of Broad and Plymouth in San Francisco's southwestern Lakeview/OMI district, history and heroes take pride of place
UNVEILED ON DECEMBER 17, the new mural depicts the stories of Lakeview as told by its residents.
Highlights include the M Ocean View muni line and the workers who laid down the tracks, a BBQ, the Orizaba rocky outcrop, and the abundant fog. Portraits celebrate community leaders Dr. Annette Shelton, Will Reno, Mary and Al Harris, and Michael L. Brown, alongside historical photos from the local library. Also highlighted are the produce market next door, the IT Bookman Community Center, and the Minnie & Lovie Ward Rec Center. |
MEET THE MURAL MAKERS: Precita Eyes team Nic Winstead, Susan Cervantes, Xavier Schmidt and Max Marttila; SF Supervisor John Avalos; neighborhood organizers Mary and Al Harris; and Diana Ponce de Leon from SF's Invest in Neighborhoods.
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LOCAL LEGENDS AND LEADERS: The mural adorns the outside wall of Lacy's Barbershop (formerly known as Furlough's Tonsorial Parlor) at 101 Broad St. At left, current owner Lloyd Lacy cuts the hair of previous owner Mr. Furlough. At right, Dr. Annette Shelton
The Lakeview mural has come to life through the support of local residents, neighborhood businesses, community groups, and these organizations:
