Japanese Gardens - Fort Wayne, IN
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member bobfrapples8
N 41° 04.900 W 085° 08.184
16T E 656541 N 4549496
Japanese Gardens were gifted to the City of Fort Wayne, Indiana by its sister City of Takaoka, Japan.
Waymark Code: WM19AYE
Location: Indiana, United States
Date Posted: 01/12/2024
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Alfouine
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These Japanese Gardens are located in an area just northwest of the Fort Wayne Museum of Art at 311 E Main St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802. They celebrate the sister city status of Fort Wayne, Indiana and Takaoka, Japan

From the Fort Wayne Parks Page: "The Japanese Friendship Garden is located on 303 East Main Street at the Arts United Center, on the side of the building next to the Fort Wayne Museum of Art. It is also within walking distance of the popular Freimann Square. For more detailed location information, check out the General Park Map or Driving Directions. The Friendship Garden was a gift from Fort Wayne's sister city, Takaoka, Japan in 1980. Visitors can enjoy Japanese trees, shrubs and sculptures as they stroll along the walking path."
Country or International City that Gave the Gift: Takaoka, Japan.

Country or International City that Received the Gift: Fort Wayne, Indiana USA

Website Verifying this Item as a Gift from Another Country or International City: Not listed

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