Fort Meigs | March 25-27 Yesteryear’s Essentials Revisited: Fads & Fashions of the Federal Era Schedule of Events Friday, March 25 ~ 7 p.m.-9 p.m. Welcome and Evening Social Saturday, March 26 8 a.m.—Check-in and Breakfast 9 a.m.—Regency Fashion Show Presenter, Tamia Land 10:30 a.m.— Tippecanoe and Tie-Shoes Too Presenter, Brett Walker Civilization and connections […]
Fort Meigs | Noon Time: Noon – 5 p.m. Admission – free SEASON’S GREETINGS! Join us in the Visitor Center to celebrate the holidays! War of 1812 soldiers and civilians will be on hand to provide demonstrations and answer questions about the War of 1812 and camp life. Enjoy holiday music, refreshments, and hands-on activities. […]
Fort Meigs | September 25-26 Saturday, Sunday, September 25-26: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Blacksmithing, tinsmithing, leatherwork, and candle making are historic skills considered almost lost arts today. In 1813, however, they were vital skills of everyday life. See historic trades and skills and learn about a different side of life in early Ohio. CELEBRATE […]
Fort Meigs | August 14-15 THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Fort Meigs hosts the Revolution! Revolutionary War soldiers come to Fort Meigs to recreate life in early America with weapon demonstrations and drilling. For a detailed schedule go to the website. Saturday & Sunday, 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fort Meigs | Noon HAPPY BIRTHDAY, AMERICA! July 4th cannot be observed without historical reverence. Come celebrate our nation’s birth and rich history at Fort Meigs. Due to the ongoing health crisis, we are altering our Independence Day celebration to Saturday, July 4th from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. ONE DAY ONLY. Instead of a […]
Fort Meigs | June 19-20 See the evolution of the common soldier. Soldiers, artisans, and civilians give demonstrations throughout the weekend. Period military camps are open for visiting. Weapon demonstrations take place each day. Check the website for a detailed schedule.
Fort Meigs | August 29-30 Blacksmithing, tinsmithing, leatherwork, and candle making are historic skills considered almost lost arts today. In 1813, however, they were vital skills of everyday life. See historic trades and skills and learn about a different side of life in early Ohio. Schedule of events coming soon! Saturday: 9:30-5 p.m. Sunday: Noon-5 […]
Fort Meigs | August 15-16 THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Fort Meigs hosts the Revolution! Revolutionary War soldiers come to Fort Meigs to recreate life in early America with battles, weapon demonstrations, and more. Visit the army encampments and talk to the soldiers about life in early America. Saturday: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m. […]
Fort Meigs | noon July 4th cannot be observed without historical reverence. Come celebrate our nation’s birth and rich history at Fort Meigs. Due to the ongoing health crisis, we are altering our Independence Day celebration to Saturday, July 4th from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. ONE DAY ONLY. Instead of a single focal point […]
Fort Meigs, Perrysburg | 1 p.m. Join us in the Visitor Center to celebrate the holidays. War of 1812 soldiers and civilians will be on hand to provide demonstrations and answer questions about the War of 1812 and camp life. Enjoy holiday music, refreshments, and hands-on activities. While you're here, shop our museum store for […]
Fort Meigs Perrysburg | November 2 The World at War: 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 […]
Fort Meigs, Perrysburg | October 25-26 Come to Fort Meigs for a "spirited" stroll this fall during Garrison Ghost Walk. Tour the fort with your 1812 guide after dark and encounter the spookier side of this historic place. The whole family will enjoy hearing tales from the past, and while the ghosts may not be […]
Fort Meigs, Perrysburg | October 18-19, 25-26 Come to Fort Meigs for a "spirited" stroll this fall during Garrison Ghost Walk. Tour the fort with your 1812 guide after dark and encounter the spookier side of this historic place. The whole family will enjoy hearing tales from the past, and while the ghosts may not […]
Fort Meigs, Perrysburg | September 29 Blacksmithing and tinsmithing are historic skills considered lost arts today. In 1813 they were common skills of every day life. See historic trades and skills and learn about a different side of life in early Ohio in this one-day event. Information and schedule: https://www.fortmeigs.org/earlyohio/
Fort Meigs, Perrysburg | August 24-25 Fort Meigs hosts the Revolution! Revolutionary War soldiers come to Fort Meigs to recreate life in early America with battles, weapon demonstrations, and more. Visit the army encampments and talk to the soldiers about life in early America. Information and schedule: https://www.fortmeigs.org/revolution/