San Jose commemorates the Grateful Dead's 60th anniversary with a bronze plaque at the site of their first show on Dec. 4, 1965. San Jose Rocks, a nonprofit, leads the initiative to celebrate the band’s local roots. Although the original venue no longer exists, the plaque will mark the significance of the event. The goal is to dedicate the plaque on Dec. 4, 2025, with funds raised from donors. Contributions will also offer commemorative gifts designed by notable artist Stanley Mouse, celebrating the band’s legacy in Silicon Valley.
"San Jose was ground zero for the Grateful Dead's cosmic launch, and it's high time we crank up the volume on that legacy. This plaque is more than just bronze on a wall - it's a shoutout to the night the music got weird, wild, and wonderfully historic right here in our city."
"As part of San Jose Rocks' deal with the city, the nonprofit will be raising all the money to pay for the 20-by-30-inch bronze plaque - featuring the band's iconic 'Steal Your Face' logo - and the celebration around its installation."
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