Mayor Lurie unveils 49-beam light display at SF Civic Center Plaza to celebrate summer — 2026-06-20

Impact Vector: Bay Area · Jun 20, 2026 · 3m

## Short Segments ## Feature Story San Francisco is lighting up the summer sky with a dazzling new art installation called "7x7," unveiled by Mayor Daniel Lurie. This spectacular display, featuring 49 beams of light, will illuminate the Civic Center Plaza from June 21 through July 4. Each beam represents one of San Francisco's square miles, a nod to the city's nickname as the "7-by-7 city." Created by the nonprofit organization Illuminate, known for its innovative public art projects, "7x7" is set to captivate both locals and visitors alike. The installation is part of a broader initiative to…