The Pacifica II Statue
Pacifica was the theme statue for the International Exposition. During her rein she was often lovingly referred to as “The Statue of Liberty of the West”. Constructed by renown artist and sculptor Ralph Stackpole Pacifica stood 80-feet tall, representing world peace, neighborliness, and the strength of a unified Pacific coast. She was placed overlooking the Court of Pacifica, a promenade of impressive statuary and murals created by local San Francisco artisans including Diego Rivera, Miguel Covarrubias, and William Gordon Huff.
THE MYSTERIOUS PACIFICA WAS AN ENIGMA TO MANY
Where did her ethnic features come from? What nationality could she claim? Was she a goddess? And what did she stand for? The answers, according to Stackpole, are left up to the “Pacific spirit” of the observer.
VISIONS OF TOMORROW
Our organization believes in returning Pacifica to her former glory as a significant work of public art and a cultural asset to our region. We feel it is important to maintain a bridge that connects a critical chapter in San Francisco history with our innovative and progressive future.
As she did during her reign almost 75 years ago, this iconic figure called Pacifica will echo the diversity, unity, and peace that we still stand for in the world. When the statue finally stands tall, the new Pacifica will represent civic pride and a can-do spirit that permeates local attitudes.
