FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - A new café has opened inside the Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory in downtown Fort Wayne after the previous coffee shop there closed in 2024 .

A grand opening celebration for Café Flora, located inside the conservatory’s gift shop, was held on Thursday.

The conservatory-run café offers Old Crown roasts, tea, and specialty beverages as well as grab-and-go food and desserts with an emphasis on locally-sourced products, according to a parks and recreation spokesperson.

“We’re thrilled to welcome guests to Cafe Flora, a vibrant space designed to enhance the Botanical Conservatory experience.

With more open space, expanded seating and a focus on local products, Cafe Flora invites visitors to relax and connect with nature. By aligning our hours with the

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