Richmond Protest
A towering Trojan horse sculpture that led hundreds of demonstrators to Chevron's refinery gates in May is now on display at the Richmond Art Center, visible above the courtyard walls.
The piece, titled "The Gift of Pride and Purpose," was created by artist Graham LP, Princess Robinson and collaborators. It reimagines the Trojan horse as a symbol of environmental justice, covered in community-painted messages calling for a future beyond fossil fuels.
Demonstrators march through Point Richmond with the Trojan horse sculpture "The Gift of Pride and Purpose" during the 13th annual Anti-Chevron Day on Sunday, May 17, 2026. Photos/ Soren Hemmila
Robinson, executive director of Richmond Land, introduced the sculpture at the 13th annual Anti-Chevron Day march in May, calling it a follow-up to the Fencelines project, an installation of more than 1,000 painted fence slats along the Richmond Parkway that was removed before it could be completed.
The horse is now part of "The Confluence," a group exhibition on view at the Richmond Art Center through August 15. The show is free, with gallery hours Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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