The battle of Kekionga was the first battle fought by the US Army after the Revolutionary War in 1790, right here in the Lakeside neighborhood of Fort Wayne.
This battle is significant for a number of reasons -- for hundreds of years the land on which it was fought was a significant meeting point for annual business and political proceedings of the Native Americans. For the newly formed nation it would be a test of the young government’s ability to martial the military to protect the country. For the area, it would become instrumental in the formation of the fort which would lead to the creation of the city of Fort Wayne.
Join Jim Pickett, educator and author of the “The Bones of Kekionga”, as he presents a historical account of what happened during this battle of Kekionga between the Miami Indians and the Federal army. Mr. Pickett grew up in New Haven Indiana, holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Education from the University of Saint Frances, and taught at Dekalb Central School District for many years. Mr. Pickett enjoys researching local and American history and has spoken about the battle of Kekionga at area libraries and other historical venues.
The Tecumseh branch has been on State Blvd. since 1928, and is a favorite walking destination for the surrounding neighborhoods.
Parents and children can play and learn together in the colorful Early Literacy active play center, located in the children’s area of this branch
