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Location
Parking
Free parking lot on Oak Hill Road
Accessibility
Grounds and bridge accessible year-round
Visitor tip
The iconic wooden bridge is accessible year-round and is one of the most photographed bridges in Maine—perfect for a quick scenic photo stop even if the museum itself is closed. Plan for 15-30 minutes if visiting just the bridge and grounds.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Location
- Mount Desert Island, Maine
- Highlights
- 1780s Selectmen's Building, Heirloom Garden, island history exhibits
- Admission
- $5 suggested donation
- Hours
- Tues-Sat 10am-4pm (June 23 onward)
What visitors say
The museum was closed when we stopped, but we did snap these pictures of the bridge. Supposedly it’s one of the most photographed bridges in Maine due its use in calendars and such. For just the bridge, it can be a quick stop.
The museum was closed when we went but the bridge is a cute little scenic area. Went across the street and looked at the dam. The bridge is rated for "five people" and you can feel every little bit of movement, wobbly but safe.
What a wonderful and special memory this space will always hold in my heart!! The love of my life asked me to marry him on that bridge. I said YES!❤️❤️
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Did You Know?
- The Somesville bridge is one of the most photographed bridges in Maine, famous for its use in calendars and other publications
- The museum building includes a historic Selectmen's Building dating from the 1780s as part of its primary exhibits
- The Heirloom Garden features 19th and early 20th century plants and herbs with a directory documenting their historical uses
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