Have you ever wondered about the history of the Palace of Fine Arts, the magnificent home of the Exploratorium? Created as part of the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition, the Palace was designed as a "valentine for San Francisco" by renowned architect Bernard Maybeck, and was made to last one year. But the people of San Francisco decided to keep the imposing structure which, over time, held art exhibitions, telephone books, and army jeeps. Through photos and informative text, you'll learn the fascinating story of one of the most beautiful spots in San Francisco.
