What does the Harbor Footbridge ornament show?

The wooden footbridge across the inner harbor at Boothbay Harbor, Maine, on its pilings with the bridge house midway and moored boats alongside.

How old is the Boothbay Harbor footbridge?

Luther Maddocks built the footbridge in 1901 for $1,500. It was restored after ice damage in 1918 and 1928, rehabilitated in 1979, repaired in 2017 and renovated in 2023.

What is the ornament made of, and how is it packaged?

A three-inch round of faceted crystal glass with a red ribbon. The line-drawn art is printed so the open areas let the crystal show through. It comes in a white or gold gift box, is made to order in the USA and ships free in the U.S.

Is this ornament an official Boothbay Harbor souvenir?

No. It is original art by Merlin Classics, an independent shop, and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any town office, museum or organization.

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Boothbay Harbor Maine Holiday Ornament - Harbor Footbridge

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The Boothbay Harbor footbridge, bridge house and all, the walk everyone takes across the water.

Sooner or later every visit to Boothbay Harbor includes the walk across. This ornament draws the long wooden footbridge on its pilings, the little house perched midway, and the boats moored on either side.

It is the piece for the family that comes up every summer and for the couple who come in December for the lights. It is a three-inch round of faceted crystal glass on a red ribbon, printed so the open areas of the drawing let the light through, in your choice of a white or gold gift box. Give it to anyone who has stood at the rail with an ice cream watching the lobster boats, which is nearly everyone who has been here.

Quick Facts — Harbor Footbridge Ornament

› Subject: The wooden footbridge across the inner harbor, with its bridge house

› Town: Boothbay Harbor, Maine

› Size: 3 in (76 mm) round, faceted edge, red ribbon

› Material: crystal glass, line-drawn art printed to let the crystal show through

› Packaging: white or gold gift box

› Made to order in the USA

› Ships free in the U.S.

Luther Maddocks built the bridge in 1901 for $1,500, to link the head of the harbor with the east side on foot. Ice carried parts of it away in 1918 and again in 1928, and each time the town put it back. It was rehabilitated in 1979, repaired in 2017 and renovated in 2023.

A bridge that only carries walkers has no business lasting more than a century on a working harbor, but this one has, because the town will not do without it. It slows people down in the best way.

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Every item is made to order, so please check the size chart on this page before you buy. Women's fitted tees run small; size up for a looser fit. Caps are one size with an adjustable strap.

How are items made and when will they arrive?

We make each item to order using premium blanks, embroidery and soft-hand prints. Production takes 2-5 business days (weekends and holidays excluded), then 4-10 days in transit via USPS, UPS or FedEx to U.S. addresses; most orders arrive within 6-15 business days. You'll get a tracking link the moment it ships. Any current shipping offer is shown in the bar at the top of every page and applies automatically at checkout, no code needed.

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How do I care for my item?

Apparel: wash cold, inside out, with like colors; no bleach; tumble dry low or hang dry. Embroidered pieces: iron inside out to protect the stitching. Caps: spot clean. Printed glasses and water bottles: hand wash only, no dishwasher, so the artwork lasts. Mugs and engraved glasses are dishwasher safe. Any item-specific care notes are in the description above.

Who makes this?

Merlin Classics is a small Connecticut brand making original retro designs for the towns people love. Every piece is printed, embroidered or engraved to order in the USA, and the business supports hunger relief in the communities our collections celebrate.