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Freimann square Japanese Friendship Garden
Recreational park (est. 1973) / Freimann Square is a Fort Wayne favorite. Outdoor garden (est. 1980) / Located on the east side of the Arts United
The park hosts Lunch on the Square and a variety of local festivals and Center, the Japanese Friendship Garden was a gift from Fort Wayne’s
events throughout the year. sister city, Takaoka, Japan. Visitors can enjoy Japanese trees, shrubs, and
sculptures as they stroll along the walking path.
hall community arts center Parkview Physicians Group ArtsLab
Multi-use facility (est. 1991) / Hall Community Arts Center’s first floor is home Experimental performing arts theatre (est. 2014) / ArtsLab’s sleek, minimal
to Cinema Center, Fort Wayne’s cinematic hub for filmmakers and film lovers design gives performing arts organizations like all for One productions the
alike. On the second floor, Fort Wayne Dance Collective’s studios provide versatility to set the stage in new and innovative ways. Experience theatre,
people of all ages and abilities the opportunity to experience movement dance, music, and more in an intimate, thought-provoking style.
and rhythm.
the history center Alexander T. Rankin House
Historical museum (est. 1980) / Located in the original Allen County Historical site (est. 2010) / Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this
courthouse, The History Center walks visitors through the fascinating history unassuming 1-1/2-story brick house was constructed in 1840 by abolitionist
of Fort Wayne and Allen County. The impressive collection includes more than minister Alexander T. Rankin. Rankin House is the only standing structure
32,000 artifacts and 20,000 photographs, along with life-size recreations of an in Fort Wayne that is known to be connected to abolition or Underground
original foundry and Allen County Jail. Railroad activities. Today, visitors can admire the faithfully renovated exterior
of this historically significant landmark.
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