Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial
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.
About 1.5 hours from Cleveland and 1.5 hours from Detroit by car.
Alerts
- ClosureNPS ↗Upper and Lower Plaza Rehabilitation
The Plazas, Rotunda, and the Observation Deck of the Memorial will be inaccessible for the 2026 and 2027 seasons due to the Upper and Lower Plaza Rehabilitation. The visitor center and grounds will remain open. Thank you for your understanding.
Fees & passes
Free. No entrance fee here.
Entrance fees are currently waived due to a construction project affecting visitor access to park areas. Select America the Beautiful passes are available in the visitor center including the Access Pass, Fourth Grade Pass, and Military Pass. Interagency Annual Passes and Senior Passes are not available.
Hours
| Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial—Rotunda and Observation Deck | Daily · Closed |
Hours by date. Standard hours apply on every date not listed.
| Dates | Hours |
|---|---|
| Standard hours | Closed |
| Sep 29 to Oct 26, 2026NowOctober Hours | Closed |
| Oct 27, 2026 to May 16, 2027Winter Closed | Closed |
| Sep 14 to Sep 28, 2027Post Historic Weekend Hours | Closed |
When to go
July draws the most visits here and January the fewest, averaged over 2021 to 2025.
Visitor centers
- Visitor Center ↗Passport stamp
The visitor center is open mid-May through mid-October. Enjoy a 15-minute film on the Battle of Lake Erie and Perry's Victory. Exhibits trace the events of the War of 1812, the armaments of the time, and more. A two-story window offers a view of the 352-foot granite memorial.
Explore
Things to do
- See the Battle of Lake Erie
See the Battle of Lake Erie in color. Free 15-minute video about the war, battle, peace and memorial.
Opens on the Park Service site - Catch a Historic Weapons Demonstrations5-20 Minutes
Come see how men dressed and fought in the War of 1812.
Opens on the Park Service site
Films
National Park Service productions, public domain.
Webcams
Camera images load live from the National Park Service and partner agencies
Events
- Voices of the War of 181210/1611:00 AM · runs through Oct 18 · free
- Anchors Aweigh for 202610/2610:00 AM · free
News
- Brian Harmon Selected as Superintendent of Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial ↗2026-10-13
PUT-IN-BAY, Ohio — The National Park Service has selected Brian Harmon as the new superintendent of Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial.
Map
Interactive map by the National Park Service
Historic landmarks nearby
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Public land nearby
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Activities
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Weather & climate
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. In winter the memorial and visitor center are closed.
Questions people ask
Does Perry's Victory & International Peace charge an entrance fee?
No. Perry's Victory & International Peace is free to enter.
Source: National Park Service
What are the hours at Perry's Victory & International Peace?
Standard hours are Closed, every day. Dated exceptions are listed under Hours.
Source: National Park Service
Is anything closed at Perry's Victory & International Peace right now?
1 active alert as of October 14, 2026: Upper and Lower Plaza Rehabilitation.
Source: Alerts
How busy is Perry's Victory & International Peace?
124,327 recreation visits in 2025, number 199 of 387 units that report visitation.
Source: Most visited parks
Is there cell service at Perry's Victory & International Peace?
At the park's reference point, FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G. Coverage inside the park varies by location.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is the weather like at Perry's Victory & International Peace?
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.
Source: Weather & climate
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