Three Rivers

River confluence · Fort Wayne, Indiana

Illustration of Three Rivers

Overview

In downtown Fort Wayne, the St. Joseph and St. Marys rivers meet to form the Maumee River, which flows to Lake Erie.

History

The meeting of the rivers made the site important to the Miami people and to forts built here, including one built in 1794 by General Anthony Wayne.

Today

Riverfront parks, including Promenade Park, host concerts and events along the water.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.