Hidden in Pasadena, the City of Roses, near the well-known Rose Bowl, you might stumble upon the Pasadena Robinson Memorial. This grand, bronze sculpture stands tall at about nine feet, with each of the depicted siblings weighing a hefty 2700 pounds. These two, Jackie and Mack, seem deep in conversation, much like at a fancy soiree, yet their eyes tell a different tale – Jackie's gaze is towards New York City, where he made a permanent mark as a member of the Brooklyn Dodgers, while Mack's eyes are set on Pasadena City Hall.
It's no shock that this memorial, a masterful creation by the skilled hands of Ralph Helmick, John Outterbridge, and Stuart Schechter, is a front-runner. Intricate bas-reliefs adorn the duo, recounting their remarkable careers, with the help of the Robinson Memorial Foundation, the City of Pasadena, and the Robinson family. Fact: This ain't just another piece of art – it's practically inches away from Pasadena City Hall, making it a must-see for any tourist in Pasadena.
Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata
Written by Friendly Jane
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