In the early 1800s, The Landing was the hub for business in Fort Wayne, Indiana,due to its proximity to the three rivers and the railroad. The first Fort Wayne post office opened here, along with the newspaper, theater, and eventual railway station. …
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A wonderful gift comes with the mature years… grandchildren! And not only do the young ones bring joy to the elders, but the feeling is also mutual…
Read MoreLocated in the Allen County Public Library's Main Branch in downtown Fort Wayne, is the Rolland Center for Lincoln Research. This incomparable resource for information about the life and times of Abraham Lincoln is free to visit and offers the opportunity to view physical artifacts, watch an…
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It is often said that creative pursuits are solitary ones and that the life of an artist is a lonely one. In reality, artists thrive off of other artists. Painters can inspire writers who can spark an idea for a lyric to a song which a photographer listens to as she rearranges perceptions and…
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Picture this: The temperature is just right, you’re with your loved ones, drink of choice in hand, and you are pedaling your way throughout downtown Fort Wayne, Indiana…
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If you are looking for something fun and inexpensive to occupy your toddler or early elementary-age child or grandchild, take them to the children’s section of the Allen County Public Library downtown! It is a beautiful, fascinating and cool (literally!) place to entertain little people. The…
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Each person has a unique and interesting story, and you can find yours in Fort Wayne, Indiana at the Genealogy Center…
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If you’re planning a visit in the future or near future to research your family history at the Genealogy Center in Fort Wayne, Indiana, use this guide so you know before you go…
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The Genealogy Center and the expert genealogists who work there are a treasure trove of family history information. Even if you can’t visit the Genealogy Center in person, their services, information, and collection can be accessed virtually! One of their greatest gifts is their monthly virtual programming. Every month the Genealogy Center plans programs for you to enjoy twice a week…
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