Pasco to Unveil Bronze Statue Honoring Noburo "Peanuts" Fukuda

​The City of Pasco invites the community to the unveiling of a bronze statue honoring Noburo "Peanuts" Fukuda at Peanuts Park in Historic Downtown Pasco on July 25, 2026 at 10:00AM.
 
Peanuts Park is named in honor of Fukuda, a retired railroad worker who became a well-known community icon. For decades, he rode his tricycle through Pasco, picking up litter and handing out candy and peanuts to children, earning the affection of generations of residents.
 
The bronze statue is the first major public art project commissioned by the Pasco Arts & Culture Commission. Following a nationwide Call for Art in 2022 that attracted nine proposals, the Commission selected artist Seth Vandable in 2023 to create the sculpture.
 
The installation is part of the City's ongoing efforts to revitalize Historic Downtown Pasco while preserving the stories that make the community unique. The statue will celebrate Fukuda's legacy of kindness and service, helping future generations learn about one of Pasco's most beloved local figures.
 
The unveiling ceremony will be open to the public. We invite you to join us in celebrating the life and legacy of Noburo “Peanuts” Fukuda.