1941 – A celebration was held for the grand opening of the Main Street Bridge in Jacksonville. The steel vertical lift bridge, which crosses the St. Johns River, was built at a cost $1.5 million dollars! Hundreds of people attended the festivities, which included a parade and address from Governor Spessard Holland. Although the bridge was officially renamed in 1957 after Mayor John T. Alsop, Jr., it continues to be known as the Main Street Bridge. If you enjoy learning about Florida history every day, please remember to "share" our posts with your friends!