Explore how the Indianapolis 500 became Indiana State’s most iconic event, blending history, innovation, and unmatched excitement every Memorial Day weekend.
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Exploring The Fascinating Story Behind The City of Sculpture – Decatur is known for its public art—especially outdoor sculptures. It hosts the annual “Sculpture Tour,” attracting artists from all over the U.S. The city even brands itself...
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Did Old Fort Wayne Burn To the Ground? – The first Fort Wayne, built in 1794 by General “Mad” Anthony Wayne, was destroyed by fire in 1800. It was rebuilt twice more before the modern city grew around its third version. Today, you can visit...
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How Did New Haven Get Its Name? – Just east of Fort Wayne, New Haven was founded in 1839 and named after New Haven, Connecticut—where the founders were originally from. The Wabash & Erie Canal helped it grow into a rail and industrial...
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Insider Discussion – How Fort Wayne Became the City of Three Rivers – Fort Wayne sits at the confluence of the St. Mary’s, St. Joseph, and Maumee Rivers. Native Americans and early settlers used the rivers for trade, transport...
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West Central Is the Oldest Neighborhood in Fort Wayne – West Central is Fort Wayne’s oldest residential neighborhood. With homes dating back to the 1830s, it’s filled with Victorian, Queen Anne, and Colonial Revival architecture. It’s also...
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Why Is the Lincoln Tower So Important To Fort Wayne? – Built in 1930, the Lincoln Bank Tower was Indiana’s tallest building for decades. It was Fort Wayne’s first skyscraper and a symbol of economic growth during the Great Depression. Still...
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Was the NBA Really Launched In Fort Wayne? – Back in 1949, the Fort Wayne Pistons were one of the original teams that helped form the NBA. They played at the Northside High School gymnasium before moving to Detroit in the 1950s.
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Hoosier History Bite – Is Legendary Johnny Appleseed Really Buried In Fort Wayne? – Yes! The real Johnny Appleseed—John Chapman—is buried right here in Fort Wayne! He spent his final years in the area and was known for planting...
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Fort Wayne Indiana: Why It’s Known as the Summit City – Fort Wayne got the nickname “Summit City” because it’s the highest point on the Wabash-Erie Canal. Back in the 1800s, this canal was a major shipping route—boats had to be lifted...
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