Fort Meigs | May 11, June 22, July 19, September 28 Fort Meigs After Dark Lantern Tour Experience Fort Meigs after dark! Led by costumed guides, guests will tour the fort by lantern light, witness a nighttime musket demonstration, and experience the historic battlefield as soldiers did during the War of 1812. Tour times: May […]
Fort Meigs | May 17-18 MINIATURE WAR GAMING CONFERENCE Fight epic battles on a small scale Friday and Saturday in the Visitor Center when Fort Meigs hosts the Historical Miniatures Gaming Society, Great Lakes Chapter war gaming conference. Many time periods will be represented from Roman wars to WWII. Warfare on the land, sea, and […]
Fort Meigs | May 25-26 A PIVOTAL FIGHT As April 29, 1813 dawned, the soldiers at Fort Meigs had been surrounded for two days by British forces and their Native American allies. This was a defining moment in the history of our state and nation. The First Siege of Fort Meigs would help turn the […]
Fort Meigs | May 11, June 22, July 19, September 28 Fort Meigs After Dark Lantern Tour Experience Fort Meigs after dark! Led by costumed guides, guests will tour the fort by lantern light, witness a nighttime musket demonstration, and experience the historic battlefield as soldiers did during the War of 1812. Tour times: May […]
Fort Meigs | June 29-30 Behold the great revolution in military technology, the adoption of gunpowder. Crossbow to Cartridge is a living history event for the 15th-17th centuries. Military camps to explore, weapons demonstrations and lively engagement with the warriors and camp followers of distant Europe and Early America.
Fort Meigs | July 13-14 Join us for our newest living history event, Brigade Napoleon! Behold the conflict that engulfed the rest of the world during the War of 1812.
Fort Meigs | May 11, June 22, July 19, September 28 Fort Meigs After Dark Lantern Tour Experience Fort Meigs after dark! Led by costumed guides, guests will tour the fort by lantern light, witness a nighttime musket demonstration, and experience the historic battlefield as soldiers did during the War of 1812. Tour times: May […]
Fort Meigs | August 24-25 Explore an important chapter in the long fight for the Ohio Country. Listen to the sounds of the late 18th century at this living history event, featuring Revolutionary War battles, engaging demonstrations, musical performances, and a glimpse into the center chapter of the 60 Years War for Ohio.
Fort Meigs | September 21-22 Join the Old Northwest Military History Association and staff of Fort Meigs Historic Site for a weekend focusing on historic trades. In addition to the scheduled programming throughout the weekend, regular activities will include: Rope Making, Tomahawk Throwing, Box Loom Weaving, Baking, Gardening, Blacksmithing, Tea Gardening, Harness Making, Spinning, and […]
Fort Meigs | May 11, June 22, July 19, September 28 Fort Meigs After Dark Lantern Tour Experience Fort Meigs after dark! Led by costumed guides, guests will tour the fort by lantern light, witness a nighttime musket demonstration, and experience the historic battlefield as soldiers did during the War of 1812. Tour times: May […]
Fort Meigs, Perrysburg | October 18-19, 25-26 Tickets will be available online at the Fort Meigs Association Store. Advanced timed tickets are required. No tickets will be sold at the door. Each summer during Fort Meigs’ living history encampments, strange lights and sounds, along with the appearance of soldiers long dead have been reported by […]
Fort Meigs, Perrysburg | October 18-19, 25-26 Tickets will be available online at the Fort Meigs Association Store. Advanced timed tickets are required. No tickets will be sold at the door. Each summer during Fort Meigs’ living history encampments, strange lights and sounds, along with the appearance of soldiers long dead have been reported by […]
Fort Meigs | 9:30 a.m. MINIATURE WAR GAMING DAY Come fight the War of 1812, World War II, and fantasy space battles all in one room! Miniature war gaming experts help you play more than 16 different war games and learn about this family-friendly hobby. No experience is required and kids are welcome. Admission price […]
Fort Meigs | Noon Historic Holidays - Fort Meigs Winter Festival Noon – 5 p.m. Admission – $5 Adults, $4 Seniors, $3 Children Our Historic Holidays event is fun for the whole family! Enjoy holiday music, refreshments, and hands-on activities. See the fort decorated for the holidays and hear of winter festivities in early America. […]