Paper Mill On The Landing
118 W. Columbia St., Ste 301
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
A Guide For You & Your Guests

Your Downtown
Wedding Experience

Paper Mill sits in the heart of The Landing — Fort Wayne's oldest commercial block. Everything your weekend needs is a short walk from our door.

Parking Made Easy

Downtown access, stress-free

Park once and enjoy everything downtown Fort Wayne has to offer.

Parking Garage

The Landing Garage

123 W. Columbia St.

≈ 2 min walk
Parking Garage

Citizens Square Garage

200 E. Berry St.

≈ 3 min walk
Surface Lot

Columbia St. Lot

110 E. Columbia St.

≈ 1 min walk
Street Parking

On-Street

Free after 5pm & on weekends

≈ 1–4 min walk
Our Favorite Photo Spots

Iconic backdrops, every one within reach

All within easy walking distance of Paper Mill.

Photo — brick streets, The Landing

The Landing

Brick streets & historic storefronts, steps from our door

Photo — Promenade Park riverfront

Promenade Park

Riverfront views along the St. Marys

Photo — Wells St. Bridge / skyline

Wells Street Bridge

Skyline backdrop over the river

Photo — historic downtown facades

Historic Buildings

Timeless architecture throughout downtown

Photo — downtown murals & alleys

Murals & Alleys

Urban, colorful, a little unexpected

Photo — Riverwalk greenery

The Riverwalk

A quieter, greener frame along the water

Stay Nearby

Top-rated hotels, walking distance

The Bradley

204 W. Main St.

Boutique downtown stay

≈ 5 min walk

Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown

223 W. Jefferson Blvd.

Reliable comfort, easy walk

≈ 6 min walk

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown

1150 S. Harrison St.

Modern rooms near the river

≈ 10 min walk

Hilton Fort Wayne at Grand Wayne Center

1020 S. Calhoun St.

Full-service, convention-district stay

≈ 10 min walk
Before The Big Day

Relax, recharge, downtown

Grab Coffee

  • Bittersweet — cozy, local roast
  • Fortezza Coffee — downtown staple

Pamper Yourself

  • Sole Salon Studios — hair & beauty
  • Glow Day Spa — facials & massage

Lunch Spots

  • Cindy's Diner — classic & casual
  • The Deck — riverside patio

Morning Walks

  • Riverwalk Trail — quiet & scenic
  • Promenade Park — river views
  • Headwaters Park — open green space
Cocktail Hour & Dinner

Host your rehearsal or welcome party nearby

Nawa

Modern Asian, elevated small plates

≈ 5 min walk

Dana's

Upscale dining in a historic church

≈ 6 min walk

Club Soda

Intimate space for smaller gatherings

≈ 6 min walk
Keep The Party Going

The celebration doesn't end at the reception

Late-Night Spots

  • The Hoppy Gnome — craft beer, late kitchen
  • JK O'Donnell's — Irish pub vibe
  • The Sidecar — classy cocktails

For Your Guests That Weekend

  • Promenade Park — walks & riverfront events
  • Parkview Field — TinCaps game (seasonal)
  • Embassy Theatre — shows & concerts

More To Explore

  • Fort Wayne Children's Zoo — family-friendly
  • Local museums & galleries — art & culture
  • Riverfront markets — seasonal vendors
You're In The Heart Of It All

Explore downtown from our door

Paper Mill on The Landing
118 W. Columbia St.
Suite 301
Fort Wayne, IN 46802

Third floor of the historic Fisher Brothers Paper Co. building — everything on this guide is within a few minutes' walk.

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