Overview
The Aerial Lift Bridge spans the ship canal into Duluth's harbor. Its deck rises to let huge Great Lakes freighters pass.
History
The bridge was built in 1905 as a transporter bridge with a hanging gondola, then converted to a lift bridge in 1929.
Today
Crowds gather in Canal Park to watch ships pass under the raised bridge.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.