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To: Historic Preservation Coimmittee
Restore our Historic Mural at 2751 21st St., SF, Mission District
San Francisco Planning Department
Historic Preservation, Deputy Director
Supervisor Jackie Fielder
Supervisor Jackie Fielder
On or around June 18, 2025, the mural located at 2751 21st Street was removed by the building owner.
This mural held significant cultural and historical value. It depicted the legacy of Mestre Carlos Aceituno (DJ AGANA), a beloved Carnaval leader and founder of Fogo Na Roupa. His legacy continues through Metzi Quetzal and her partner, Jose Rivera, who have carried forward Carlos’s vision and work. Fogo Na Roupa is one of the oldest contingents participating in Carnaval San Francisco, with a 48-year history of cultural contributions.
The building owner has violated the Federal Visual Artists Rights Act (VARA), Title 17 of the U.S. Copyright Code.
We respectfully request that your office investigate this matter and require the building owner to restore the mural in recognition of its cultural significance.
Thank you for your attention and support in preserving San Francisco’s cultural heritage.
Calle 24 Latino Cultural District
San Francisco Latino Historical Society
Why is this important?
The Historic Mission District is home to over 690 murals. It's the largest out door public gallery in the country. These murals represent our history, past and current, speaking to our challenges, honoring our elders, leaders and are part of our cultural eco system bringing in thousand of visitors to the Mission District to view and study these precious cultural gems. These murals are part of our cultural assets that are in bedded in the root of our Latino heritage and need to be protected and elevated.