On September 1, 2026, ARCH officially became the owner of four historic properties at 1902, 1908, and 1912 S. Calhoun Street and 121 W. Masterson Street, thanks to the incredible generosity of a sponsor who donated the buildings to ARCH.
Built in the 1880s, these buildings have seen nearly 150 years of Fort Wayne history. Over the decades, they’ve housed businesses like Rainbow Ice Cream, countless residents, and even a second-floor speakeasy.
ARCH plans to restore these historic buildings, once again bringing businesses to the first-floor storefronts and residences to the upper floors. Our successful rehabilitation of the 1000 Block of Broadway will serve as the blueprint for this multi-million-dollar project.
What you see today is just the beginning. These buildings have a long road of restoration ahead, and we’re excited to share their transformation with you along the way.
Our goal is to see these historic buildings once again become an anchor for the Calhoun Street corridor and the Hoagland-Masterson neighborhood — while preserving the stories they’ve carried for nearly 150 years.