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This year's festival will be held on the weekend of August 6th, 7th and 8th. The Croswell Swinging Bridge is the only pedestrian suspension bridge in Michigan. It was built in 1905 at an original cost of $300. It spans 139 feet. The original bridge had just two cables which were provided by Michigan Sugar Company and were used to support the planks. To provide a handhold, two more cables were added at a cost of $150.In August of 2006, all 128 planks were replaced at a cost of $1,300. The Bridge originally had a sign at the west end that admonished people to "Love Ye One Another." A sign at the east entrance (Maple Street) still reads, "Be Good To Your Mother-in-law." A festival to celebrate the bridge takes place the second weekend of August each year and features several events throughout the weekend, including cardboard boat races under the bridge. |
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To all our Swinging Bridge friends we are now on facebook come check us out! Upcoming Events February 13th, We are having an Ice Fishing Contest, for more information click here. February 15th, Commercial Club Dues Deadline & Festival Sponsorship Pledge Due Date March 1st, Festival Logo Contest Entry Deadline, click here for info. March 13th, Scotch Doubles Fundraiser. June 26th, Family Fun Fest. Other Sites of Interest Michigan Vacation GetawaysAitkin Memorial District Library
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