San Fernando in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Cesar Chávez
March 31, 1927 - April 23, 1993
| — | "The end of all education should be service to others." | — |
Photographed by Craig Baker, November 22, 2021
1. Cesar Chávez Memorial
Cesar Chavez was a courageous labor leader, community organizer, and a civil rights activist. He organized an international movement to improve the lives of thousands of workers. As co-founder of the United Farm Workers Union, he recognized the importance of non-violence and education in achieving social and environmental justice for all people. He had the wisdom to see the power in acquiring knowledge, in spite of his limited educational opportunities. His life uplifted and inspired many throughout the nation to take up and advance the struggle for justice that continues to this day.
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“Show me the suffering of the most miserable
So I will know my people’s plight.”
“Free me to pray for others
For you are present in every person.”
“Help me take responsibility for my own life
So that I can be free at last.”
“Grant me courage to serve others
For in service there is true life.”
“Give me honesty and patience
So that I can work with other workers.”
“Bring forth song and celebration.
So that the Spirit will be alive among us.”
“Let the Spirit flourish and grow
So that we will never tire
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“Let us remember those who have died for justice
For they have given us life.”
"Help us love even those who hate us.
So we can change the world.”
Cesar E. Chávez
Erected 2021 by City of San Fernando.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Civil Rights • Hispanic Americans • Labor Unions.
Location. 34° 16.801′ N, 118° 26.217′ W. Marker is in San Fernando, California, in Los Angeles County. It is at the intersection of Wolfskill Street and Truman Street, on the right when traveling east on Wolfskill Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: San Fernando CA 91340, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in California’s The Valley — the San Fernando Valley, in Greater Los Angeles, and in the Transverse Ranges. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in
Photographed by Craig Baker, April 23, 2026
2. Cesar Chávez Memorial
The statue has been removed, and a temporary plywood cover placed in front of the plaque.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies: Casa de Lopez (approx. 0.4 miles away); Father Junipero Serra (approx. 0.4 miles away); Trinity Church (approx. 0.7 miles away); Ritchie Valens Recreation Center (approx. 0.9 miles away); Rogerio Rocha (approx. 1.1 miles away); Mission Dam (approx. 1.1 miles away); Stylesville Barbershop (approx. 1.3 miles away); Mission Wells (approx. 1.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in San Fernando.
More about this marker. The city of San Fernando removed its statue of Cesar Chavez on Thursday, March 19, 1926, following an impromptu special City Council meeting addressing how the city would move forward in light of recent sexual assault allegations involving Chavez.
The memorial, located in the heart of San Fernando just minutes from city hall, has been described by Mayor Joel Fajardo as one of the largest Chavez memorials in the country.
But after the allegations surfaced, Fajardo and several residents urged that the statue be taken down.
Related markers.
Photographed by Craig Baker, September 25, 2020
3. Cesar Chávez Memorial, panel 2
Also see . . .
1. Cesar E. Chavez National Monument: Keene, Kern County, California. (Submitted on May 10, 2014, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland.)
2. United Farm Workers: Delano Grape Strike. (Submitted on May 11, 2014, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland.)
3. Another Story - Filipino Farmworkers and the United Farm Worker Union Movement. The Delano Filipino Community Center is recognized as one of the organizing centers of the UFW Struggle. (Submitted on November 23, 2014, by Chris English of Phoenix, Arizona.)
4. City of San Fernando removes statue of Cesar Chavez. (Submitted on March 31, 2026, by Mark Hilton of Montgomery, Alabama.)
Photographed by Craig Baker, April 23, 2026
4. Cesar Chávez Memorial, panel 2
Photographed by Richard E. Miller, April 25, 2014
5. Cesar Chávez Memorial Statue
Before the pedestal and plaque were added.
Photographed by Richard E. Miller, April 25, 2014
6. The Eagle Fountain wall
With the black Aztec eagle motif in the bricks, a reflection of the United Farm Workers' flag and insignia. (reverse of panel 2)
Photographed by Richard E. Miller, April 25, 2014
7. Cesar Chávez Memorial
With farm worker silhouette sculptures created by Ignacio Gomez.
Photographed by Richard E. Miller, April 25, 2014
8. Cesar Chávez Mural
"Throughout the United States, hundreds of schools, plazas, libraries, awards and streets have been named in honor of Cesar E. Chavez.
"His legacy lives on in the hearts and minds of those whom he inspired and continue to fight for social justice and equal opportunity for all. Si se puede!"
"His legacy lives on in the hearts and minds of those whom he inspired and continue to fight for social justice and equal opportunity for all. Si se puede!"
Photographed by Chris English, March 26, 2014
9. Cesar Chávez Murals
Photographed by Chris English, March 26, 2014
10. Five People Lost Their Lives in the Struggle
Nan Freeman, Nagi Daifullah, Juan de la Cruz, Rufino Contreras, Rene Lopez
Photographed by Craig Baker, April 23, 2026
11. Covered Murals
Murals are covered with chain-link fence and canvas.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 14, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 9, 2014, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. This page has been viewed 4,180 times since then and 271 times this year. Last updated on May 14, 2020, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. Photos: 1. submitted on November 24, 2021, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. 2. submitted on April 24, 2026, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. 3. submitted on September 25, 2020, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. 4. submitted on April 24, 2026, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. 5. submitted on May 10, 2014, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. 6. submitted on May 12, 2014, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. 7. submitted on May 11, 2014, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. 8. submitted on May 12, 2014, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. 9, 10. submitted on November 23, 2014, by Chris English of Phoenix, Arizona. 11. submitted on April 24, 2026, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
