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Philharmonic Center
About the Center
Purchased in 2024 as an anchor of the Music is Fundamental campaign, the Philharmonic Center is set to open in spring 2026. Its 36,000 facility on Ewing Street will provide a permanent home for the Philharmonic after nearly two decades of borrowed space, and serve as a vibrant hub for concerts, rehearsals, collaborations, and community events. With natural lighting, historic character, and spaces imagined for artistic excellence, the Philharmonic Center will welcome all who seek connection through music, creativity, innovation, and shared experience.
The Philharmonic Center is a 99-year-old landmark with a legacy of culture, education, and community. Originally home to the Chamber of Commerce and Woman’s Club, and most recently the St. Francis School of Business, this building will soon begin its next chapter as the creative heart of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic.
Events at the Center
Events at the Philharmonic Center are created with intention. Genre-spanning concerts, wellness gatherings, community lectures, and food-forward experiences with local restaurants, the Center is attuned to this community. Every program is designed to bring people together for moments that matter, where guests feel fully present, connected, and inspired. Rooted in artistic excellence, thoughtful design, and warm hospitality, events at The Phil are more than entertainment, they’re unparalleled experiences that leave a lasting impression.
Rent the Center
Elegant, adaptable, and artistically inspired, the Philharmonic Center, located in the center of Fort Wayne’s cultural district, is available for artistic performances, corporate events, galas, receptions, and milestone events of all kinds. With versatile spaces and expert support, The Phil offers a seamless setting for unforgettable moments.
Volunteer At the Center
Volunteering at the Philharmonic Center is more than lending a hand, it’s joining a community built on connection, presence, and shared purpose. Volunteers create meaningful, beautifully executed moments for every guest. From greeting audiences, scanning tickets, and supporting events, volunteers are essential partners in our mission. At The Phil Center, service is an act of care, and every volunteer plays a vital role in building experiences that truly matter.
Ushers: Greeting guests, taking tickets, helping patrons to their seats, answering questions, selling concessions, selling merchandise.
Special Event Help: Table setup and teardown, answering guest questions, greeting guests.
Contact Us
Ready to Learn More? Please direct questions & tour/event inquiries, to:
Abby Cleveland
Executive Director, Philharmonic Center
716-425-9680
[email protected]
