Google Celebrates 27 Years with a Retro Doodle Tribute
What began as a humble academic project has grown into one of the most influential forces in global technology and digital culture.
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On Saturday, September 27, Google marks its 27th anniversary with a special doodle that revives its original 1998 logo. What began as a humble academic project has grown into one of the most influential forces in global technology and digital culture.
The Company’s Journey
Google’s story started in a garage in Menlo Park, where PhD students Larry Page and Sergey Brin set out to solve the chaos of the early internet. By creating an algorithm that ranked pages based on their connections, they revolutionized how information was accessed. That university initiative quickly became a turning point in the online world.
Although Google was officially founded on September 4, 1998, the company chose September 27 as its anniversary date, aligning with key updates to its indexing system.
In less than three decades, Google evolved far beyond a search engine. It built a vast ecosystem of services—from digital maps and email to video platforms, operating systems, and AI solutions. Today, tools like Gmail, YouTube, Android, and Google Maps are part of everyday life for billions of people.
The History of Doodles
The first Google Doodle appeared in 1998 when Page and Brin added a symbol to the logo to indicate they were attending the Burning Man festival. Initially just a playful out-of-office message, it sparked a tradition that spread worldwide.
Since then, doodles have become animations, interactive games, and tributes to personalities, scientific discoveries, and cultural milestones. More than just illustrations, they’ve turned Google’s homepage into a space of curiosity and engagement for millions of users.
