A majestic Ficus, around five decades of age, dominates the Beaux Arts U.S. Customs House entrance in San Francisco's Financial District. It offers a mythic presence, embodying the grandeur of ancient lore amidst modern architecture. This living monument, cherished for its landmark status, evokes a connection to civilization's origins, flourishing in the city’s characteristic fog and wind. It silently observed the era when office workers faced tear gas during anti-Vietnam War protests nearby. Later, its broad canopy overshadowed the encampments of Occupy San Francisco, witnessing public dissent. Its resilience and enduring grace provide profound contrast to glass and steel, a rooted wisdom in a dynamic urban setting.