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"Thursday, Feby 2nd 1813-- The weather is moderated, becomes quite soft. This day I assist Capt Gratiot of U.S. Engineers to survey the lines of encampment and the ravines adjacent. Hereafter I will give a plan of the lines as well as the buildings...to be erected for defense."
--Joseph Larwell, 1 Lt. 2nd U.S. Artillery, Ft. Meigs
William Henry Harrison built Fort Meigs on the Maumee River in 1813 to
protect northwest Ohio and Indiana from British invasion. Today's reconstruction
is one of the largest log forts in America. British and Canadian troops,
assisted by Indians under Tecumseh, besieged the fort twice. The 10-acre
log enclosure with 7 blockhouses and 5 emplacements presented a formidable
defense. The first assault was in May of 1813 and the second was in July.
Both failed and the British retreated after the second. In the spring
of 2003, the fort underwent a major renovation and the construction of
a Museum and Education Center.
 The
Museum and Education Center has 3,000 square feet of exhibits and artifacts
- including soldiers' letters and diaries, weapons, maps, and uniforms
- that describe Fort Meigs role during the War of 1812. Exhibits themes
include The Lore of the Land, The
Sixty Year War for Ohio, and Building Fort Meigs. Original artifacts from
the War of 1812, including swords, uniforms, and maps highlight the events
of the war and the impact it had on soldiers and thier families. Exhibits
will emphasize hands-on and interpretive learning opportunities for students
and families, as well as workshop and curriculum resources for teachers.
The building also includes a gift shop, classroom and conference room.
Hours: April - October
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Visitor Center |
Fort Structure |
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Monday |
CLOSED |
CLOSED |
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Tuesday |
CLOSED |
CLOSED |
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Wednesday |
9:30-5:00 |
9:30-5:00 |
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Thursday |
9:30-5:00 |
9:30-5:00 |
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Friday |
9:30-5:00 |
9:30-5:00 |
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Saturday |
9:30-5:00 |
9:30-5:00 |
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Sunday |
12:00-5:00 |
12:00-5:00 |
Open Holidays
(Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day) |
12:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
12:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
Closed Holidays
(New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Monday holidays unless specified) |
CLOSED |
CLOSED |
Hours: November – March
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Visitor Center |
Fort Structure |
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Monday |
CLOSED |
CLOSED |
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Tuesday |
CLOSED |
CLOSED |
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Wednesday |
9:30-5:00 |
CLOSED |
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Thursday |
9:30-5:00 |
CLOSED |
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Friday |
9:30-5:00 |
CLOSED |
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Saturday |
9:30-5:00 |
CLOSED |
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Sunday |
12:00-5:00 |
CLOSED |
Open Holidays
(Memorial Day, July 4, Labor Day) |
12:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
12:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
Closed Holidays
(New Year's Day, July 4, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Monday holidays unless specified) |
CLOSED |
CLOSED |
Groups by appointment
Grounds Outside Fort
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YEAR ROUND |
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DAYLIGHT HOURS |
Admission
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Visitor Center & Fort
(Apr.-Oct.) |
Visitor Center Only
(Nov.-Mar.) |
| OHS Members |
FREE |
FREE |
| Adults |
$8.00 |
$4.00 |
| Seniors |
$7.00 |
$3.00 |
| Children 6 - 12 |
$4.00 |
$3.00 |
| Children 5 & under |
FREE |
FREE |
| School Groups |
$3.00 |
by appointment only |
Location
Fort Meigs is on West River Road (State Route 65) in Perrysburg, in Wood County. Take I-475 to exit 2 and turn north to State Route 65.
General Information
Fort Meigs
29100 West River Road
Perrysburg, OH 43552
Phone:
419-874-4121
1-800-283-8916 (toll free)
Site Manager:
R. Finch
E-Mail:
rfinch@ohiohistory.org
Handicapped Accessibility
Ohio Historical Society strives to meet ADA requirements. However, historic structures and outdoor areas provide challenges that make it difficult to provide complete access to all visitors. Please call the site with specific questions and concerns.
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