Attractions In and Around Downtown Fort Wayne
Attractions In and Around Downtown Fort Wayne
If you've never been to Fort Wayne, Indiana or haven't visited for some time, you're in for a nice surprise, starting with downtown Fort Wayne, which is undergoing a wonderful renaissance.
So Much to Do in Downtown Fort Wayne and Beyond
There's plenty to see and do here, and almost everything is within easy walking distance. Sidewalk cafes, eateries, museums, art galleries, nightlife, a vibrant music scene, traveling Broadway shows, botanical gardens, a nationally acclaimed library, a 30-acre downtown park, jogging trails along the rivers—it's all part of a rejuvenated downtown district including the new baseball stadium, Parkview Field.
Fort Wayne Area Attractions Include:
Whether you are a casual family historian or a seasoned professional genealogist, there is only one place to research your family's history: The Genealogy Center at the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
The Genealogy Center is home to the nation's largest public genealogy collection - and it is housed in a brand new, $65 million facility that is second to none!
Allen County War Memorial ColiseumFort Wayne, IN 46805
(260) 482-9502
The tri-state area's leading sports, entertainment and event venue, serving Northeast Indiana, Northwest Ohio and Southern Michigan, the Coliseum is also home to four different sports tenants, the Fort Wayne Komets of the International Hockey League, Indiana-Purdue University Fort Wayne men's basketball, the Mad Ants of the NBA Development League and the FireHawks of the Continental Indoor Football League.
DeBrand Fine Chocolates Corporate Headquarters and Shoppe
10105 Auburn Park Drive
Fort Wayne, IN 46825
(260) 969-8333
Headquartered in Fort Wayne, DeBrand is one of the finest chocolate makers in the world, enjoyed by everyone from Hollywood celebrities to everyday people with extraordinary taste. DeBrand Open Tours are available Tuesdays at 10 a.m. and Thursdays at 1 p.m. year round.
The Dome
5702 Engle Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46804
(260) 432-8783
With over 100,000 square feet of indoor space and over 40 acres outdoor, the Dome is Fort Wayne's most unique event and recreational facility (just 1.5 miles from the Best Western Luxbury Inn).
Fort Wayne Children's Zoo
3411 Sherman Blvd.
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46808
(260) 427-6800
Located on 38 acres in Fort Wayne's Franke Park, Fort Wayne Children's Zoo continuously ranks among the top zoos in the nation, recently named the ninth best zoo in America by Child magazine in 2004 and fifth best zoo in the nation by Parents magazine in 2009.
Fort Wayne Museum of Art
311 East Main Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 422-6467
Contemporary art museum offering artwork from a permanent collection as well as traveling exhibitions.
Fort Wayne TinCaps Baseball
Parkview Field
1301 Ewing Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 482-6400
info@tincaps.com
The Fort Wayne TinCaps are a Class A minor league baseball team, affiliated with the San Diego Padres, that plays in the Midwest League. They won their first Midwest League Championship in 2009.
Science Central
1950 North Clinton Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 424-2400
Fort Wayne's interactive science center – featuring hands-on science, math and technology that is fun for everyone!
Visitor Center
1021 South Calhoun Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 424-3700
Stop in to pick up Visitors Guides, maps, and to check out the Calendar of Local Events!
Allen County Public Library's Genealogy Center
900 Library Plaza
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
(260) 421-1225
The Genealogy Center at the Allen County Public Library in Fort Wayne, Indiana is home to the nation's largest public genealogy collection, and it is housed in a brand new, $65 million facility that is second to none!
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