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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Fort Wayne

5 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Updated June 2, 2025

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John Chapmnan’s gravestone

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Grave of Johnny Appleseed

This grave marks the final resting place of pioneer John Chapman, better known as Johnny Appleseed.
The Fun Farm

Fort Wayne, Indiana

The Fun Farm

The Fun Farm weaves fairy tales, myths, and magic into a magnificent collection for visitors to explore.
Fall Colors at Fox Island

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Fox Island Nature Preserve

Discover a beautiful natural paradise, minutes away from a thriving city.
A row of bookshelves within Hyde Bros

Fort Wayne, Indiana

Hyde Brothers Booksellers

Indiana's greatest rare bookstore has a special shelf for Hoosier authors.
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Fort Wayne, Indiana

Fort Wayne Electric Works

An abandoned generator and motor factory has become a multi-use industrial campus.
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Grabill Country Sales

A bakery and variety store filled with an extensive taxidermy collection.
12 miles from Fort Wayne
Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum

Auburn, Indiana

Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum

A singular collection of hand-built art deco cars are held in a building with style to match.
19 miles from Fort Wayne
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Stories About Fort Wayne

The well-preserved remains of Fred, also known as the Buesching Mastodon, were found in 1998 near Fort Wayne, Indiana.

The Intriguing Life, Death, and Afterlife of an Indiana Mastodon

Scientists have pieced together a detailed biography—including a search for love and a violent end.
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June 14, 2022

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