Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial was established to honor those who fought in the Battle of Lake Erie, during the War of 1812, and to celebrate the long-lasting peace among Great Britain, Canada, and the United States. The Memorial, a Doric column rising 352 feet over Lake Erie, is situated 5 miles from the longest undefended border in the world. Perry's Victory Monument is the only international peace memorial in the United States National Park System and rises 47 feet taller than the Statue of Liberty in New York City.

Start your trip out at the Visitor’s Center where you can catch a 15-minute film on how the memorial was constructed, as well as learn more about the War of 1812 and the Battle of Lake Erie.

Things to see at Perry's Victory Monument

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Black Powder Demonstrations (Firing demonstrations of reproduction flintlock muskets) - Takes place every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday on the hour from 11 am to 5 pm. On scheduled weekends there are firing demonstrations of a reproduction 32-pounder carronade.
Ranger Programs - Interpretive talks Monday through Thursday on the hour, 11 am to 5 pm. You can even become a Junior Ranger (https://www.nps.gov/pevi/learn/kidsyouth/beajuniorranger.htm)!

Other attractions on the island include Perry's Cave, the Butterfly House, Heineman’s Winery, the War of 18 Holes, and the Lake Erie Islands Nature & Wildlife Center.

Perry’s Victory Monument Rates

Adults: $7.00 (Access to observation deck 317 feet above Lake Erie)
Youth: FREE (15 years and younger)
Visitor Center and Grounds - FREE
Annual Pass: $30.00 - Grants pass holder and 3 additional adults deck access

Hours of Operation

Open Daily May 19 through September - 10:oo AM to 6:00 PM
October 1 through October 22 - Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday
Closed: October 24 - May 18

Perry's Victory Monument Contact Information:

93 Delaware Avenue Put-in-Bay, OH 43456
419-285-2184

Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial