The original fundraising goal of $300,000 has been reached for the Memorial Swinging Bridge lighting project in Winamac.

Funds from this campaign will be used to add thousands of waterproof LED lights to the suspender cables, towers and under the walkway of Memorial Bridge, along with a computer system to control the timing and colors of the lights.

The Memorial Swinging Bridge is one of 12 suspension bridges in the state of Indiana, the third oldest that remains in use, and the only one in national and international databases to cross the Tippecanoe River. In 1923, the Memorial Swinging Bridge was dedicated to soldiers and sailors from Pulaski County.

A 100-year celebration is planned for 2023.

Donations are still being collected to go toward any costs that may be over the estimate.  Several events are still scheduled for the rest of this summer and fall.  Any excess funds will be given to the Town of Winamac for bridge maintenance. 

The members of the project thank the community and the many donors for making this a reality. 

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