Fort Meigs: Ohio's War of 1812 Battlefield

Fort Meigs: Ohio's War of 1812 Battlefield Fort Meigs is the largest reconstructed, wooden-walled fort in the United States. Exhibits tell the story of the fort’s role in the War of 1812.
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This 10-acre fort, the largest reconstructed, wooden-walled fort in the United States, sits on its original location along the Maumee River. The seven blockhouses, five artillery batteries and numerous earthworks appear much as they did during the summer of 1813. Exhibits in the fort’s blockhouses present the life of a soldier, the building of the fort and dramatic accounts of the two sieges again

st the fort in 1813. The Visitor Center houses classrooms, a museum store, and a museum. The exhibits focus on the themes of Era, Conflict, Understanding, and Remembrance. The exhibit also explores how historians and archaeologists learned what happened at the fort. Important artifact collections are featured in the museum exhibits, including War of 1812 weapons, accouterments, uniforms and personal items of soldiers. Historical interpreters dressed in 1812 clothing present demonstrations of camp life, weapons, and other activities throughout the summer. Reenactments and special events further highlight America’s rich military history.

05/27/2026

UPDATE: WE ARE BACK OPEN!!! HUZZAH!!

⚠️CLOSED until further notice ⚠️

A window up high in the middle of our Museum Store shattered and is currently a danger. For the safety of our visitors, we will be closed until repairs can be made. We will keep you posted!

Today we honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice fighting for the United States. At Fort Meigs, hundreds of soldiers...
05/25/2026

Today we honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice fighting for the United States. At Fort Meigs, hundreds of soldiers still rest on our grounds, having given their lives for our nation.

We will be open from 11am to 5pm today, with a wreath laying ceremony at 1pm.

Whether soldiers fought in modern conflicts or in the War of 1812, their sacrifices deserve to be remembered.

First Siege 1813 - Grand Tactical continues today!! Come on out to witness history where it happened!We are open 9:30am ...
05/24/2026

First Siege 1813 - Grand Tactical continues today!! Come on out to witness history where it happened!

We are open 9:30am to 5pm today. The main battle takes place at 1pm!

www.fortmeigs.org/firstsiege for all the details

Rain never stopped the soldiers at Fort Meigs in 1813 and it won't stop us now!First Siege 1812 - Grand Tactical kicks o...
05/23/2026

Rain never stopped the soldiers at Fort Meigs in 1813 and it won't stop us now!

First Siege 1812 - Grand Tactical kicks off TODAY!!! We are open 9:30am to 5pm with a packed schedule of events!

www.fortmeigs.org/firstsiege for all the info!

We have big plans this weekend!Check out the interview our very own John Thompson, Manager of Historic Programs did with...
05/22/2026

We have big plans this weekend!

Check out the interview our very own John Thompson, Manager of Historic Programs did with Spectrum News in Central Ohio to learn all about Grand Tactical and our Memorial Day Commemoration

Spectrum News 1 Ohio anchor Mindy Drayer shares more.

📣Here are the schedules for First Siege - 1812 Grand Tactical 📣 You won't want to miss this!Admission prices:Adults: $1...
05/20/2026

📣Here are the schedules for First Siege - 1812 Grand Tactical 📣 You won't want to miss this!

Admission prices:
Adults: $15
Seniors 60+: $12
Students: $10
OHC members: $3.00
Ages 5 & Under: FREE

Next weekend! First Siege 1813 - War of 1812 Grand Tactical!Witness the sights and sounds of the battles that took place...
05/15/2026

Next weekend! First Siege 1813 - War of 1812 Grand Tactical!

Witness the sights and sounds of the battles that took place right here at Fort Meigs in 1813 as hundreds of soldiers and civilians brings history to life!

May 23 & 24, 2026 - 9:30am to 5pm. Schedule coming in the next few days!

www.fortmeigs.org/firstsiege for more info

Join us May 10th for Second Sunday Tabletop Games!Gaming is included with the price of admission to the reconstructed fo...
05/09/2026

Join us May 10th for Second Sunday Tabletop Games!

Gaming is included with the price of admission to the reconstructed fort and museum.

✨Attention 1812 Reenactors!✨Registration for our First Siege - 1812 Grand Tactical will be closing soon! If you are inte...
05/08/2026

✨Attention 1812 Reenactors!✨

Registration for our First Siege - 1812 Grand Tactical will be closing soon! If you are interesting in the Saturday evening meal, you must be registered by Saturday, May 9th by 5pm.

Registration will CLOSE Friday, May 15th at 12pm.

Click the link below to find the registration page. You won't want to miss out on this this fun event!

1812 Grand Tactical May 23-24, 2026 Join us as Fort Meigs hosts re-enactors from across the U.S. and Canada to commemorate the War of 1812. Experience authentic 1812 military camps, musket and cannon demonstrations, battle re-enactments, hands-on activities, and more! Schedule of Events coming soon!...

Fort Meigs is proud to host the Regency Gown Draping Workshop with Janea Whitacre, formerly Mistress Milliner at Colonia...
04/19/2026

Fort Meigs is proud to host the Regency Gown Draping Workshop with Janea Whitacre, formerly Mistress Milliner at Colonial Williamsburg, June 19th through 21st, 2026.

Cost of Workshop: $250

For more details or to purchase tickets, please visit, https://shop.fortmeigs.org/products/draping-workshop

Address

29100 W River Road
Perrysburg, OH
43551

Opening Hours

Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm
Saturday 9:30am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

+14198744121

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