Fort Wayne, Military fort in Detroit, United States.
Fort Wayne spans 96 acres along the Detroit River, featuring limestone barracks from 1848 and a brick-faced fort structure from 1845.
The fort served as a mustering center during the Civil War and later functioned as a training facility for African American troops in World War I.
The grounds contain a Native American burial mound dating back over 900 years, where archaeologists discovered distinctive pottery called Wayne Ware.
Visitors can access Fort Wayne every Saturday and Sunday between 10 AM and 4 PM, with guided tours available from May through October.
Archaeological excavations at Fort Wayne revealed nineteen Native American burial mounds near the confluence of Detroit and Rouge Rivers.
Location: Detroit
Architects: Montgomery C. Meigs
GPS coordinates: 42.29917,-83.09722
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:37
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