Historic Fort Wayne Seeks Volunteers For Park Day

DETROIT, MI — On Saturday, April 6, history buffs, community leaders, and preservationists will aid in the maintenance and restoration of numerous sites around the country as part of Park Day, the American Battlefield Trust’s annual hands-on preservation event. Thousands of volunteers across the country will participate as Park Day celebrates its 23rd year with events in 32 states.

In Michigan, Historic Fort Wayne will host a Park Day event beginning at 10 a.m.

Needs include clearing grounds overgrowth and cleanup of historical buildings. A local historian will also be available to describe the park’s significance.

• WHAT: Park Day volunteer event at Historic Fort Wayne
• WHEN: Saturday, April 6, 2019, beginning at 10 a.m.
• WHERE: Meet at the barracks building inside the star fort; park in the main lot and follow the sidewalk to the fort entrance.

The American Battlefield Trust is a national nonprofit land preservation organization devoted to the protection of America’s hallowed battlegrounds. It saves the battlefields of the Civil War, Revolutionary War and War of 1812, and educates the public about their importance in forging the nation we are today.

About Fort Wayne
Built in 1845, Fort Wayne was strategically located to guard and protect the Detroit River during a period of tension with the British. Once that threat diminished, the Fort’s role changed to an U.S. Army induction and training center. During World War II, the Fort served as the primary motor vehicle procurement and parts depot for the Allied war effort throughout the world. After 1945, the Fort continued as an induction center for troops during the Korean and Vietnam conflicts. In 1948, the Army began decommissioning buildings and transferring them to the City of Detroit Historical Department. In the 1970s, Historic Fort Wayne opened to the public as a multifaceted attraction with exhibits, outdoor programs and special events.