Chicano Park

On the Grid : Chicano Park

"Beautiful atmosphere under the Coronado bridge, with amazing murals that are a symbol of cultural solidarity, and political strength in the community. If you're lucky enough to be there in April for Chicano Park Day, you'll be treated to a colorful array of sights, smells, sounds, and low-rider cars." - Product Etc.

"Located beneath the San Diego–Coronado Bridge, this public space might not be green and tranquil, but it tells a story of perseverance. In 1970, residents of the predominantly Latino Barrio Logan neighborhood staged a nonviolent takeover when the state attempted to build a California Highway Patrol station on land the city had promised would be a community park. Their protests were ultimately successful; the area was designated a park shortly thereafter. In 1973, brightly hued murals touching on Chicano identity and struggles began appearing on the concrete pillars surrounding the space. Today, visitors can see more than 50, which are considered so culturally significant that they earned the park National Historic Landmark status in 2016."

"Located beneath the San Diego–Coronado Bridge, this public space might not be green and tranquil, but it tells a story of perseverance. In 1970, residents of the predominantly Latino Barrio Logan neighborhood staged a nonviolent takeover when the state attempted to build a California Highway Patrol station on land the city had promised would be a community park. Their protests were ultimately successful; the area was designated a park shortly thereafter. In 1973, brightly hued murals touching on Chicano identity and struggles began appearing on the concrete pillars surrounding the space. Today, visitors can see more than 50, which are considered so culturally significant that they earned the park National Historic Landmark status in 2016."

Barrio Logan in San Diego Remains a Stronghold of Chicano Culture | Condé Nast Traveler

"Chicano Park, which sits beneath the San Diego-Coronado Bridge, is the true heart of Barrio Logan. More than 80 murals painted by Chicano artists illustrate where this community came from: You'll see depictions of Aztec warriors and artists like Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera alongside scenes from the Mexican Revolution."