Captain America 2027
March 10 – August 22, 2027
Art + Water
Sightline
Rigo 23’s mural of a Native American and Captain America explores the relationship between Indigenous California and American imperialism.
Art + Water
1256 The EmbarcaderoSan Francisco, CA 94133Pier 29, Embarcadero at Chestnut, across from Levi’s Plaza. F/E streetcar to Embarcadero & Bay, or 20 min. from BART.
Monday–Sunday 24 hours
Free
ADA Accessible
At Pier 29 within a few feet of the Bay, artist Rigo 23 creates a large, site-specific mural that highlights the Indigenous history of the Bay Area, while addressing American imperialism. The mural’s massive scale will enhance the panoramic views of the Bay that include Alcatraz Island, a historic site related to Native American liberation struggles. The mural, titled Captain America 2027 depicts a contemporary Native American and a reclined Captain America figure to explore the relationship between Indigenous California and American imperialism.
Exhibiting Artists
Rigo 23
Art + Water
Art + Water provides free studio residencies, tuition-free education, and affordable, innovative exhibitions and public programming, all under one roof. We’re dedicated to keeping artists living, learning, and working in the Bay Area, ensuring creativity thrives for artists and the public alike.
Sightline
Sightline grew from CAST’s work unlocking underused public buildings for arts and culture. It opens the pier to artists and community, envisioned as a rare intersectional space for mutual aid, co-learning, and place-making—a clarity of vision and an endless horizon of possibilities.
Things to Do Around Here
Pier 23 Cafe, a friendly place for coffee with outdoor seating on the water. Owned by artists.
René de Guzman, Co-Director and Chief Curator, Art + Water
For friends, family, and out of town guests, try Mr. Jiu’s in Chinatown. The atmosphere is as great as the food. This Michelin Guide–noted restaurant is an example of new folks beginning to understand the value of this historic neighborhood. There’s an epic tasting menu for that special occasion, and if it’s drinks you’re after, check out the Moongate Lounge, their fantastic bar. Mr. Jiu’s flexes culinary muscle in what feels like a Wong Kar-wai film setting.
René de Guzman, Co-Director and Chief Curator, Art + Water
The Point at Pier 27 provides a panoramic view of the Bay that is accessible and open to the public at all hours.
René de Guzman, Co-Director and Chief Curator, Art + Water