Longfellow Bridge

Every other November, I have the opportunity to take long, cold walks across the Longfellow Bridge. This year, construction is taking place to rehabilitate the bridge that crosses the Charles River and links Boston with the city of Cambridge. The bridge connects the two cities by foot, subway (The T) and automobile and is a great piece of architecture that provides travelers with a beautiful view of the skyline. The bridge was originally constructed in 1908 and is referred locally to the “Salt and Pepper Bridge” because the granite towers at the center remind people of tableware. I am unsure of the plans; however, I hope the cast iron fences that line the sidewalks, admittedly in bad shape, survive the restoration of the bridge.