Is Historic Fort Wayne open on Mondays?

Yes — Historic Fort Wayne is open Monday, 6 AM–8 PM.

Where is Historic Fort Wayne?

Historic Fort Wayne is at 6325 W Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48209.

Is Historic Fort Wayne kid-friendly?

Yes — Historic Fort Wayne is listed as good for kids.

What is the phone number for Historic Fort Wayne?

You can reach Historic Fort Wayne on (313) 628-0796.

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Historic Fort Wayne

4.5(869)· GoogleMuseum Southwest Detroit

Open now · closes 8 PM

(313) 628-0796 Directions historicfortwayne.org

Quick facts

Historic Fort Wayne is a museum at 6325 W Jefferson Ave in Detroit, MI, open daily 6 AM–8 PM. Call (313) 628-0796 for details.

Address: 6325 W Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48209
Phone: (313) 628-0796
Hours today: 6 AM–8 PM

About Historic Fort Wayne

Historic Fort Wayne is a 19th-century military fort on the Detroit River, listed as a park at 6325 W Jefferson Ave in Detroit, MI. Tours, re-enactments, and community events are among its offerings, bringing together the site's military history and its use as a place for public activities. For visitors looking for a historic site in Detroit, MI, the fort combines a riverfront location with opportunities to take part in tours and events.

The site welcomes children and provides free on-site parking. Accessibility features include wheelchair-accessible parking and a wheelchair-accessible restroom, but the entrance is listed as not wheelchair accessible. That distinction is important for visitors who need step-free access: the available parking and restroom features do not extend to the entrance. Historic Fort Wayne has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 869 reviews.

Around Historic Fort Wayne in Detroit, MI

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Known for

19th-century military fort
Detroit River location
Tours and re-enactments
Community events
Free on-site parking

Good for

Kid friendly

What reviewers say elsewhere

“There were no guided tours on the day of our visit but we were able to walk the beautiful grounds. There are many buildings and artillery machines / weapons to view. There was signage to give some historical information. I'm sure it i…”
— Diane Stuart, September 17, 2026 · google

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Historic Fort Wayne — frequently asked

Is Historic Fort Wayne open on Mondays?: Yes — Historic Fort Wayne is open Monday, 6 AM–8 PM.
Where is Historic Fort Wayne?: Historic Fort Wayne is at 6325 W Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48209.
Is Historic Fort Wayne kid-friendly?: Yes — Historic Fort Wayne is listed as good for kids.
What is the phone number for Historic Fort Wayne?: You can reach Historic Fort Wayne on (313) 628-0796.

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