You can feel it in downtown Fort Wayne and throughout the city. Excitement is building as the latest core component of downtown and economic development – the adaptive re-use of the former GE campus – begins to take shape. Electric Works is a mixed-use district of innovation, energy, and culture, developed as a public/private partnership between RTM Ventures and the City of Fort Wayne. A redevelopment and reuse of the former General Electric campus, Electric Works includes 39 acres, 18 historic buildings and more than 1.2 million square feet of space for office, retail, residential, hotel, and entertainment uses.
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Downtown Fort Wayne Public Art Walk
Free
Public art is everywhere, but sometimes we miss it when we are in a hurry or are quickly driving by. Take time to relax and enjoy our city’s public art in this themed walk led by local artist, Alexandra Hall. About the Walk: This walking unofficial-art tour will take you from the Electric Works campus up into the heart of downtown Fort Wayne. Wear good shoes and be prepared to walk about 2.5-3 miles. Children and friendly pets are welcome. There…
Find out more »Night Moves Running Series
$40
Join Team NeighborLink for a mini-marathon distance relay through the Electric Works campus at night!About Night Moves: The Team NeighborLink “Night Moves” Running Series is a unique running series that focuses on creating community while running on non-traditional routes through Fort Wayne neighborhoods and prominent areas of town. The mini-marathon route will take place around and through the historic GE Campus. We’ll start on Swinney Ave., around the corner on College Ave., and then run through the middle of the campus before turning around…
Find out more »Historic West Central Neighborhood Walk
Free
Walk with us along the Broadway corridor and into the West Central Neighborhood! You'll learn about neighborhood development, historic architecture, brick streets, and early residents of the area. We will make a stop at the West Central Micro Creamery & Cafe for some cold treats. About the Guide: With a graduate degree in Historic Preservation from Ball State University, Jill Downs has spent over 15 years working with organizations and individuals to provide research and writing services related to historic preservation…
Find out more »“Parks on Tap” Urban Hike
$10
We are excited to be a part of Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation's "Parks on Tap!" series this July! Take an urban hike through McCulloch Park and Electric Works to learn about the history of the park and General Electric in Fort Wayne. After, we’ll walk to Mad Anthony Brewing Company for a trivia competition based on what we learned from the urban hike. About Parks on Tap!: Parks on Tap! is a competitive event featuring local parks and pubs. Your…
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