The Forgotten: A History of the State Developmental Institutions in Fort Wayne
A history of Indiana State developmental institutions in Fort Wayne, IN
In 1879 Indiana decided to create an institution for children with mental disabilities. In 1890 a brand-new facility dedicated to this cause was opened in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Using interviews, newspaper accounts, and archival photos and videos from these facilities, this 2-hour historical documentary tells the story of these forgotten places, patients and caregivers.
In 1879 Indiana decided to create an institution for children with mental disabilities. In 1890 a brand-new facility dedicated to this cause was opened in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Using interviews, newspaper accounts, and archival photos and videos from these facilities, this 2-hour historical documentary tells the story of these forgotten places, patients and caregivers.
The Forgotten: A History of the State Developmental Institutions in Fort Wayne
In 1879 Indiana decided to create an institution for children with mental disabilities.
The Forgotten
The Forgotten: A History of the State Developmental Institutions in Fort Wayne is a local public television program presented by PBS Fort Wayne.
