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July 13, 2026

Rare Color Slides of the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition in San Francisco

These rare color slides offer a vibrant and fascinating glimpse into the 1939 Golden Gate International Exposition, one of San Francisco’s most spectacular world’s fairs.

Held on Treasure Island in San Francisco Bay, the exposition celebrated the completion of the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge with dazzling Art Deco architecture, towering towers, lush gardens, and futuristic pavilions.

Captured in stunning early color photography, these images bring to life the fair’s festive atmosphere, elegant visitors in 1930s fashion, and the optimistic spirit of pre-war America. A true visual treasure, they preserve a colorful moment in history that few people today have ever seen.




























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