Fort Wayne History Center

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Fort Wayne History Center

The History Center is home to the Allen County-Fort Wayne Historical Society, its museum and collections. When formed in 1921, the society's assets were few, consisting of some historical relics that had been preserved by the Mary Penrose Wayne Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Today it maintains a collection of more than 28,000 artifacts, photographs and documents representing the history of Fort Wayne and Allen County. The largest of these is the very building in which the society has resided since 1980--the 1893 City Hall building designed by Fort Wayne architects John F. Wing and Marshall S. Mahurin. The History Center also oversees the historic Barr Street Market (adjacent to the building), the oldest public space in Fort Wayne, dating back to 1837, and the 1827 home of Miami Chief Jean Baptiste de Richardville.
Inside the museum you will find galleries and exhibits that present the history of Allen County and Fort Wayne from the ice age to Native Americans to the Revolutionary War age and through to present day! We have transportation exhibits, examples of clothing styles, manufacturing history and much more!
Our most visited exhibit is the Old City Jail located in our basement. Here you can experience what is was like to be "locked up" in the early 1900s. Step inside the cell and feel the horror.

Mission Statement
To serve present and future generations by collecting, preserving, and sharing artifacts, documents, and images that describe the people, places, and events that define Fort Wayne and Allen County history.

Vision Statement
The Allen County-Fort Wayne Historical Society will be the leader in presenting the history, customs, traditions, and heritage of Fort Wayne and Allen County to the community through the use of creative and innovative techniques and technology.

Fort Wayne History Center

Fort Wayne History Center

Chief Richardville House

Chief Richardville House

City Courtroom and Council Chambers

City Courtroom and Council Chambers

Barr Street Market

Barr Street Market

Field Trip Day

Field Trip Day

jail cell

jail cell

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Fort Wayne History Center
302 E. Berry St.
Fort Wayne
Indiana
46802
United States
2604262882 x307
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