The San Francisco Board of Supervisors approved the renaming of Harrington Street in the Excelsior District to 'Jerry Garcia Street.' This honor commemorates the legacy of the Grateful Dead frontman, who grew up on the street. Garcia, known for his influential contributions to music and his belief in accessibility, left a lasting impact on the community. His childhood home has become a pilgrimage site for fans. The Grateful Dead, formed in the 1960s, established a cultural phenomenon that continues to thrive, even 30 years after Garcia's passing in 1995.
The move will officially commemorate Harrington Street, a tiny one-block road that measures about a tenth of a mile between Alemany Boulevard and Mission Street, as 'Jerry Garcia Street.'
Over the course of his lifetime, Jerry would become one of the most influential and revered musicians of all time, whose memory continues to unite people in their love of music.
Jerry also believed in making music more accessible and giving back to his community, and his memory still brings the neighborhood pride and a sense of camaraderie.
Even 30 years after Garcia's death in 1995, Deadheads continue to congregate around the band's many offshoots.
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