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Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial

Memorial · OH

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 U.S. The Memorial, a Doric column, rising 352 feet over Lake Erie is situated 5 miles from the longest undefended border in the world.

Park report

Alert: Park Closure

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How this is rated

Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/notices

Upper and Lower Plaza Rehabilitation

Hours Exceptions

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Post Historic Weekend Hours; October Hours; Winter Closed

Entrance Fee

Good

How this is rated

Good: free entry

Free — no entrance fee

Visitor Centers

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1 visitor center

Activities Available

Good

How this is rated

Good: many activities available

22 activities

Park Name

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Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial

Designation

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Memorial

State(s)

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OH

Phone

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4192852184

Email

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pevi_social_media@nps.gov

Operating Hours

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** The Plazas, Rotunda, and the Observation Deck of the Memorial will be inaccessible for the 2026 and 2027 seasons due to the Upper Plaza Rehabilitation. ** Operating hours for the rotunda and observation deck are modified for special events and adjusted for staffing reductions as seen below. Prepare to purchase tickets or passes from the visitor center before that time.

Campgrounds

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No campgrounds listed

Visitor Center: Visitor Center

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See park for hours

Themes & Topics

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African American Heritage, Arts, Sculpture + 33 more

Weather Info

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Summer months can be extremely hot and humid, with occasional and sudden severe thunderstorms. Fall and spring are pleasant with cool temperatures but brisk winds can make a 60° day feel much colder.

Getting There

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Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial is located within the Village of Put-In-Bay, Ohio on South Bass Island. The most common way to reach the island is by the Jet Express or Miller Boat Li

Location

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41.6545° N, -82.8116° W

Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website