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The Historic Preservation Act of 1966 mandates detailed analysis of historic significance, determination of potential eligibility for listing on the National Register, and the assessment of the effect that federally funded projects have on eligible buildings or areas.
History & Restoration. The Allen County Courthouse in Fort Wayne, Indiana, stands as a monument to the civic pride and progressive spirit of the citizens of Allen County. Expressing in art and architecture the dignity of the government, the supremacy of the people, and the grandeur of the law. View Slideshow. The Allen County Courthouse was the ...
Current and completed restoration projects undertaken by the Historic Fort Wayne Coalition.
Visitors can explore the Fort's original 1848 limestone barracks building, 1845 star fort, restored commanding officers house, Spanish-American War guard house, Native American burial mound (c. 1000), and America’s first Tuskegee Airmen Museum, built in 1987.
Of the 141 Mikado-type steam locomotives built for the Nickel Plate Road, no. 624 is one of three that survive. The 624 is considered a close relative to the society’s own no. 765, which has become synonymous with the City of Fort Wayne since its restoration.
Contact History Center: 260.426.2882. Schedule a guided tour, a personal walking tour or a school trip to the Allen County Courthouse, a National Historic Landmark.
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Our Mission. To preserve, restore, and operate historic railroad equipment and artifacts significant to Northeast Indiana. Our Story. The Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society, Inc. (FWRHS) is an award-winning, 501 (c)3 non-profit corporation founded in 1972.
