Presidio Exchange

The Presidio Exchange has been covered in dozens of articles nationally since we submitted our concept proposal in March, 2013. See what others have had to say:

"A much smarter and more creative approach [than the Lucas Cultural Arts Museum] is the Parks Conservancy's Presidio Exchange."
- John King, George Lucas proposal out of place in Presidio, San Francisco Chronicle

"The Trust is confronted with a once-in-a-generation decision. Only one of the proposals speaks to the beauty, history and community spirit that inspired us to protect these lands for public benefit more than four decades ago. The PX is a worthy heir to that legacy."
- Amy Meyer, PX proposal highlights Presidio's assets, San Francisco Chronicle

By far the group that understands what the area needs the most is the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, which wants to build an all-purpose venue that seamlessly blends the inside and outside.... The Presidio Exchange project from the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy should be the winner."

- SF Examiner Editorial Board, Presidio Exchange, not George Lucas' museum is best for Presidio, San Francisco Examiner

"The Parks Conservancy's Presidio Exchange will be a place for everyone, diverse, dynamic, outward-looking and open-ended.... To choose wrongly would be a wasted opportunity and incredibly sad."

- Marty Krasney, It's becoming smug city, San Francisco Chronicle

"The Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy, with their proposal for the Presidio Exchange, is the only one that speaks directly to the mission, values and themes of the Presidio itself."

- Sally Fay, Passionate Hearts Pining for the Presidio, Huffington Post

"The other proposal was for a structure by the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy to act as both a physical and metaphysical bridge between the main Presidio parade grounds, down the Doyle Drive tunnel and directly to Crissy Field.... Ultimately, the PX plan deserves a long look. Despite those who dismiss it as a financial orphan, the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy has been able to raise money at nearly "Star Wars" intensity."

- Richard Rapaport, Many Struggles over Presidio Bids, San Francisco Chronicle

"I would LOVE to have a space that is constantly changing, that is constantly re-inventing itself for San Franciscans as well as tourists. A place that brings us new knowledge and passion and experience. A place that can talk relevantly about the history and architecture and nature of the Presidio..... And I do think that in order to keep this place dynamic, we're going to have to fight for it.... So I'm casting my vote for the PX. Get out there and vote, people."