Learn about the history, science, and engineering of the Bridge's construction through interactive and stationery exhibits. Wander through the Plaza just outside the Welcome Center and follow …

May 23, 2025 · The Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District is a special district of the State of California which operates and maintains the Golden Gate Bridge and two …

This timeline chronicles important events in Golden Gate Bridge history from 1846 when Captain John Fremont declared California independent from Mexico to the present day when two white …

The name Golden Gate does not refer to the Bridge’s color, it is the name of the entrance to the San Francisco Bay from the Pacific Ocean, which is called the Golden Gate Strait. A …

The Golden Gate Bridge stands at the entrance to California's San Francisco Bay as a symbol of American ingenuity and resolve, having been constructed during the era of the Great Depression.

On May 27, 1937, the Golden Gate Bridge opened to the public. The Fiesta began at 6:00 am with Pedestrian Day – the entire roadway was opened exclusively to pedestrians from dawn to …

Watch this video to see how the Golden Gate Bridge can move up and down by as much as 16 feet! At midspan, the maximum downward deflection (or the distance the Bridge was built to …

How do I find out more about the history of the Golden Gate Bridge or get educational information about the Bridge?

Bridge Features. Color & Art Deco Styling; Foghorns & Beacons; Moments & Events. Key Dates in Bridge History; Bridge Anniversaries; Fun & Interesting Events; Bridge Closures Over the …

The Golden Gate Bridge at San Francisco: Report of the Traffic Engineer, shows the morning and evening commute time peaks in vehicles transported between San Francisco and Marin by …