The Bridge of Flowers - Temporary Closed for Repairs

The Bridge of Flowers will close to the public on Friday, June 21, 2024, so work can begin on a $3,194,314 restoration and repair project. The anticipated schedule is that work will start June 23 or shortly after and will extend through the end of the year. Northern Construction Service, LLC of Palmer, MA is the general contractor and it is anticipated the bridge will be closed just for this summer and fall season.

The Bridge of Flowers is the only one of its kind in the world. Built in 1908 as a trolley bridge across the Deerfield River, between the towns of Shelburne and Buckland, the 400-foot, five arch concrete span was abandoned with the passing of the trolley line 1928.

Antoinette and Walter Burnham's vision of transforming the structure into a flower bridge became a reality in 1929. The project was spearheaded by the Shelbrne Falls Woman's Club and is still under their leadership through the Bridge of Flower Committee.

Over 500 varieties of annuals and perennials are planted and tened by local volunteers who work with the head gardner and her assistant to ensure continuous blooming throughout the season.

Open from early spring through late fall