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Today I'd like to introduce you to the Auburn, Cord, Duesenberg Museum, one of my favorite places in or around Fort Wayne.

In my humble opinion, the distinctive magic of the Auburn, Cord, Duesenberg Museum cannot be overstated.

Nora and I are “museum people”; that’s what we love. On our first trip to the ACD Museum (during our first expedition to our future hometown of Fort Wayne in 2021), we were not expecting much. We went up to Auburn, about 30 minutes north of the Grand Wayne Convention Center, to see what we thought would be a hand-full of nice cars.

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The Allen County Public Library Genealogy Center in Fort Wayne is a pillar of family history research in America. Only one block from the Grand Wayne Convention Center, the Genealogy Center stands as one of the premier destinations for family history research in the United States.

Known for its comprehensive resources, expert staff, and commitment to accessibility, the Genealogy Center attracts thousands of visitors each year, from amateur genealogists just beginning their family trees, to seasoned researchers tracing centuries-old lineages.

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The first step to your 2026 IPMS/USA Convention adventure is having a place to stay.

There are still rooms available at Courtyard by Marriott (about 15, more on some days) and The Bradley (14). The Hilton and Hampton Inn rooms are sold out.

Information regarding the hotels can be found on our Hotels page.

Questions regarding the Hotels and the reservation process may be addressed to: 2026_chair@ipmsusa.org.

We look forward to seeing you in Fort Wayne.