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What to do and see in Fort Wayne, Indiana (IN): The Best Museums
Fort Wayne serves up the perfect mix of urban convenience and natural beauty, boasting a world class cultural scene in a landscape enhanced by plenty of green space. Shopaholics can find the latest trends at open air Jefferson Pointe. The kids will love the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo, while the adults can take in a performance at the Embassy Theater. Joggers, hikers and cyclists can keep active on the Rivergreenway that links the city's parks, where they may come across Johnny Appleseed's Grave.
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1. Cathedral Museum
2. Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society
3. Fort Wayne Firefighters Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By LelandPvacationing19 - Marion, United States
The city of Fort Wayne is fortunate that this historical fire station was preserved. Touring it, we got a sense of what the life of firefighter was like in the past. Antique fire fighting equipment, from different eras, are on display and perfectly restored. Children will love this museum, as will anyone with an interest in fire fighting.
4. Fort Wayne Museum of Art
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 80 reviews
At FWMoA, you will find exhibitions of American fine and decorative art ranging from the 19th century to contemporary art, including exhibitions exploring the cross-cultural connections between artwork and artists from diverse ethnic and national backgrounds. You also will find a lending library with over 8,000 art and culture volumes and periodicals for public use, a hands-on learning environment for young children, and a Print and Drawing Study Center available for first-hand study of our vast collection of works on paper. Additionally, the Paradigm Gallery gift shop features the art and fine craft of over 75 regional and national artists working in a variety of media.
Reviewed By LelandPvacationing19 - Marion, United States
Fort Wayne's Art Museum is well lit and understated enough to let visitors focuse on the art. While considered a regional museum, they have had exhibits of Andrew Wyatt, Norman Rockwell, and other well known painters. We have also seen a traveling exhibit of Chihuly's students glass sculptors here. The rotating permanent art collection is also worth seeing. The museum uses it's time, energy and creativity to successfully bring great art to the Ft Wayne area.
5. History Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 61 reviews
As the name implies, the organization is a history museum which collects, preserves, exhibits and interprets objects and images which relate to past people and events of the local community. Founded in 1921, the Society has grown from a small exhibit assembled by the DAR and shown at the Allen County Courthouse to be the largest locally relevant historical museum in northeastern Indiana. The collection has expanded to over 27,000 objects and thousands of images. The History Center now occupies the Old City Building, circa 1893. In addition, the Society acquired the 1827 Chief Richardville house in 1991, and the Barr Street Market in 1991.
Reviewed By alanej2014 - New Haven, United States
This is a museum. They have done an excellent job of gathering local history and presenting it in an interesting fashion. This building is beautiful! It is the former city hall/jail. Be sure to visit the jail in the basement. The kids always find this thrilling! Also don't miss the old court room, which is now a meeting room. It has been beautifully refurbished. If you happen to be at the museum after Thanksgiving through the first week or so of December, don't miss the Festival of Gingerbread. Locals make gingerbread creations for the contest/ display. A lot of local talent is on display.
6. Science Central
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 202 reviews
Science Central offers hands-on science education and fun for visitors of all ages. Zoom down a 2-story slide, see a mastodon found here in Allen County, talk a walk on the moon, take part in a live science demonstration and much more!
Reviewed By _Georgiank1 - Fort Wayne, United States
My grandchildren love to explore every exhibit at Science Central. Staff is always helpful and friendly. Great venue for birthday parties for any little scientist! Don't miss their New Years Eve celebration too!
7. Fort Wayne Aviation Museum
8. African-American Historical Museum
9. The Orchard Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
