fort wayne

What a great surprise! Fort Wayne, Indiana, population 273,000 is quite a wonderful place to visit.

It is the cultural and economic center of northeastern Indiana.

A few facts about Fort Wayne:

In 1794, Fort Wayne was founded at the convergence of three rivers: the St. Mary’s, the St.Joseph, and the Mainer. This strategic location at the confluence of these rivers made it a vital trading post and military site, leading to the city’s growth. 

It is the home of the Fort Wayne Daisies, the professional women’s baseball team that was featured in the movie, “A League of Their Own.” 

The Genealogy Center of the Allen County Public Library is the largest public genealogy collection in the United States.

Fort Wayne is recognized for its innovative spirit, with a history of inventions like the washing machine and baking powder.

We found it filled with wonderful restaurants. And even more wonderful coffee shops.

We began our day with coffee, of course. Penny Drop coffee and the place itself were delicious!

Then we spent some wonderful time at the Foellinger–Freimann Botanical Conservatory.

Then off for lunch.

Murals on the way to the restaurant as we walked…

…then a fabulous lunch at Proximo…

then more murals…

…with a coffee break at Fortezza Coffee.

After a short stop at the hotel to change clothes, followed by a short walk across the street from the hotel, we entered the Embassy Theater for the concert.

To be continued…