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Penobscot Narrows Bridge & Observatory

Taller Than the Statue of Liberty!

The Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory is the crown jewel of coastal Maine, offering spectacular 360-degree views of the Penobscot River and Bay, the Maine countryside and the distant western mountains. Tourists and travel writers alike have been attracted to the unique character of this structure, its historical significance and the stunning vistas. Engineering and transportation geeks are fascinated by the award-winning and innovative design.

Other Historic Bridges

As Maine's bridges become older and the state continues its effort to maintain a modern transportation system, a concerted effort is also made to preserve bridges of historical significance or unique design or construction.

The following bridges fall under this heading:

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