Wells Street Park
Size in acres:.11
Owned by: Community & Economic Development
Wells Street Park is located at the intersection of Wells & Third streets. For more detailed location information, check out the General Park Map, or Driving Directions.
WHAT TO DO
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Open Space
This park offers a bit of open space and benches in the midst of the Wells Street commercial district.
History
The Wells Street Park was once home to Fort Wayne Fire Station #6. From 1893 until 1968 a two-story brick firehouse operated on this site facing Wells Street and served the Bloomingdale community. When Station No. 6 closed, it was considered as a location for a new fire museum, but the neighborhood lobbied for it to be torn down to make space for a park. In 1975 they got their wish and the building was demolished to create the park.
For additional history and photos, check out the Wells Street Park powerpoint!
