This iconic bridge spans the East River, connecting the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn in New York City. Built in 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the United States and is a National Historic Landmark. It is a symbol of New York City, with
The Brooklyn Bridge is a cable-stayed suspension bridge in New York City, spanning the East River between the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn. Opened on May 24, 1883, the Brooklyn Bridge was the first fixed crossing of the East River. It was also the longest suspension bridge in the world when opened, with a main span of 1,595.5 feet (486.3 m) and a deck 127 ft (38.7 m) above mean high water. The span was originally called the New York and Brooklyn Bridge or the East River Bridge but was officially renamed the Brooklyn Bridge in 1915.