Frederick Douglass-Susan B. Anthony Memorial Bridge, Steel arch bridge in downtown Rochester, United States
The Frederick Douglass-Susan B. Anthony Memorial Bridge is a steel arch bridge over the Genesee River in Rochester, New York. It carries eight lanes of traffic across three arches, linking the east and west sides of the city.
The bridge opened in 2007, replacing a crossing that dated back to the 1950s and had aged significantly. It was named after Frederick Douglass, the abolitionist who made Rochester his home, and Susan B. Anthony, who led the fight for women's right to vote from the same city.
The bridge honors two important Rochester residents who fought for civil rights and voting rights for women. Their names represent the city's commitment to these historical struggles.
The bridge is busiest during morning and evening rush hours, so crossing on foot or by bike is more comfortable at other times of day. Pedestrian and cycling access is available, though the traffic noise can be noticeable when vehicles are heavy.
Although they are often seen as figures from separate movements, both Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony lived and worked in Rochester at the same time, and the two even knew each other personally. In 2024, the steel arches received new protective coatings as part of a major maintenance effort to keep the structure in good shape for decades to come.
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