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Visit Detroit's Historic Fort Wayne. Learn about the Coalition's projects and events for the season.
Detroit's American Star Fort with a Mission. Based on information compiled by fort historian James Conway. Third Fort's the Charm. In 1840, at the point on the Detroit River closest to British Canada, the United States Army began surveying local farms for the placement of a new artillery post.
Hours of Operation. Beginning the first weekend in May until the last weekend in October, the fort is open every Saturday and Sunday from 10am - 4pm. The fort hosts special programs throughout the summer (see the Events page). Additionally, group tours are available on weekdays (see below).
Let our historians guide you on a two hour walking tour through the fort and some of its buildings. $8/person through online reservations only. The "Reserve Now" button below will take you to Detroit's Parks & Rec reservation system.
Join the Historic Fort Wayne Coalition for a day of Civil War living historians portraying early summer of 1864 at the fort. Evening Lantern Tours. Sept and Oct - Dates TBD. Vintage base ball at its finest right on our parade grounds. Christmas at the Fort. DEC - Date TBD.
The Historic Fort Wayne Coalition was formed in 2004 by a group of individuals from all walks of life who share one common goal - to be a positive force for the restoration and promotion of Detroit's Historic Fort Wayne. In 2007 the Coalition was awarded 501 (c) (3) non-profit status by the IRS.
Segregated U.S. Army of World War One - Five hundred African American troops were stationed at Detroit’s Fort Wayne during the summer of 1918. 1940-1945 Principal Role in Detroit's "Arsenal of Democracy" - During World War II, Fort Wayne played a key role for Detroit and Michigan in what President Roosevelt termed “the Arsenal of Democracy.”
The 1st Michigan Infantry at Fort Wayne. Postcard of the 1848 Barracks Thomas Steele Collection. Postcard of the Older Main Entrance to the Fort ... Fort Address 6325 West Jefferson Detroit, MI 48209 Directions/Map. Coalition Contacts info@historicfortwayne.com Mailing Address: HFW Coalition 6325 W Jefferson Ave
Native American Warriors Help British Capture Detroit - Shortly after the onset of the War of 1812, General Brock's force of 730 men, accompanied by 600 Native American warriors of allied tribes under the leadership of the Shawnee chief Tecumseh, crossed the Detroit River and landed at the Springwells sand hill shore (now the site of Fort Wayne ...
Choose Historic Fort Wayne as a unique venue for your next event! Various rooms, buildings, and even the entire fort are potentially available. The Fort has been host to many types of events over the years, including: • Weddings and receptions. • Corporate meetings.