🐋 Street Whale – A Creative Wonder in Golden Gate Park

Simba 🐾 and I stopped by the Street Whale installation on the JFK Promenade in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco — a breathtaking 49-foot-long humpback whale made from reclaimed wood and upcycled materials, created by local artist Reuben Rude.

This imaginative piece, part sculpture and part mural, appears to “swim” down the promenade, with its graceful body stretching along the pavement and its 11-foot-tall tail rising proudly from the walkway. The artwork blends sustainability, creativity, and a deep respect for the natural world — a perfect reflection of San Francisco’s artistic soul.

📍 What You’ll See in the Video

- Wide shots of the full Street Whale sculpture along JFK Promenade
- Detailed views of the sculptural tail and hump emerging from the path
- Close-ups of the reclaimed-wood textures and ground mural design
- The surrounding Golden Mare Garden, Pioneer Meadow, and pedestrian areas
- A few fun moments of Simba exploring the art scene (and maybe spotting an “owl”) 🐾

🎥 Watch the Video

Join me and Simba as we wander through this vibrant stretch of Golden Gate Park — where art, nature, and sustainability come together in one extraordinary outdoor masterpiece.

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