Linda Pace facts for kids

Linda Pace (born April 17, 1945 – died July 2, 2007) was an American artist and a generous supporter of the arts. She was known for founding Artpace, a special place for artists. Linda came from a family that owned Pace Foods, a well-known food company. She helped run the company before focusing on her passion for art and helping other artists.

Linda's Early Life and Schooling

Her great-aunt's Pearl Brewing Company in San Antonio.

Linda Pace was born in San Antonio, Texas, on April 17, 1945. Her parents were David Earl Pace and Margaret Emma Pace. Her mother was an artist, and her parents owned Pace Foods. Linda's great-aunt, Emma Koehler, was a famous businesswoman who ran the Pearl Brewing Company.

Linda went to Travis Elementary School in Monte Vista. In 1962, she started high school at Saint Mary’s Hall, a private school for girls. Later that year, she began studying art at Southern Methodist University. In 1966, she moved to the University of Texas at Austin to continue her art studies.

Linda's Adult Life and Career

Linda Pace married Christopher “Kit” Goldsbury on June 16, 1967. They had two children, Margaret (Mardie) Marie and Chris. While raising her family, Linda continued her education at Trinity University. She graduated in 1980 with a degree in art.

Linda's parents, who owned Pace Foods, later decided to let Kit Goldsbury become the company's president. In 1982, Linda and Kit bought Pace Foods from Linda's mother. Linda used her artistic skills to create marketing campaigns for Pace Foods. This helped the company grow a lot.

In the 1980s, Linda also started a landscaping company called Green Expectations. She also volunteered at the San Antonio AIDS Foundation. In 1991, she sold her share of Pace Foods to Kit. He later became very successful after selling the company to the Campbell Soup Company in 1994.

Linda later worked with her mother at the Southwest School of Art and Craft in San Antonio. Linda learned how to weld at the San Antonio Art Institute. Her metal sculpture, Red Project, was shown at the San Antonio Museum of Art in 2001.

Artpace in San Antonio.

Linda Pace was a member of the board of directors for the San Antonio Art Institute starting in 1989. She also served on the National Council of the Aspen Art Museum. In 1993, she started the Pace-Roberts Foundation for Contemporary Art. After her death, this organization was renamed the Linda Pace Foundation.

Through her foundation, Linda founded Artpace in 1995. Artpace is an art museum located in a building that used to be a car dealership. In 1997, after her son Chris Pace passed away, she created Chris Park. This beautiful one-acre park was made in his memory.

Linda's Legacy and Ruby City

Ruby City, an art museum founded by Linda Pace.

Linda Pace passed away on July 2, 2007, after battling breast cancer. She left behind a collection of 1,400 pieces of art. This amazing collection is now displayed at the Ruby City museum. The Linda Pace Foundation helped fund the creation of Ruby City, ensuring her love for art continues to inspire others.