Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial
Memorial · Ohio
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About 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.
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Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial—Rotunda and Observation Deck
** 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.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
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| Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial?
Timed Entry Reservation - Location: $10.00. The Observation Deck will be inaccessible for 2026 and 2027 seasons. A ticket is required to visit the observation deck at the top of the Memorial. Tickets are sold daily in the visitor center from 10 am to 5:45 pm in 15-minute time slots and can sell out as early as 2 pm on the weekend. Children 15 and under are free and must be accompanied by an adult. An annual pass that covers the pass holder and three adults is available for $35.00. America the Beautiful Passes are also accepted.
What are the best activities at Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial?
Popular activities at Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial include: Arts and Culture, Craft Demonstrations, Cultural Demonstrations, Live Music, Astronomy, Stargazing, Biking, Boating.
What is the weather like at Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial?
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.
How do I get to Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial?
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 Line ferries. When traveling east, use Ohio Turnpike to US 250 north to SR 2 west. When traveling west, use Ohio Turnpike to SR 53 north to SR 2 east. From SR 2 take the SR 163 exit OR the ST 250 exit for the Jet Express passenger ferry, Or take the SR 53 exit for Miller Boat Line vehicle and passenger ferry.
Entrance Fees
The Observation Deck will be inaccessible for 2026 and 2027 seasons. A ticket is required to visit the observation deck at the top of the Memorial. Tickets are sold daily in the visitor center from 10 am to 5:45 pm in 15-minute time slots and can sell out as early as 2 pm on the weekend. Children 15 and under are free and must be accompanied by an adult. An annual pass that covers the pass holder and three adults is available for $35.00. America the Beautiful Passes are also accepted.
Weather
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.
Directions
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 Line ferries. When traveling east, use Ohio Turnpike to US 250 north to SR 2 west. When traveling west, use Ohio Turnpike to SR 53 north to SR 2 east. From SR 2 take the SR 163 exit OR the ST 250 exit for the Jet Express passenger ferry, Or take the SR 53 exit for Miller Boat Line vehicle and passenger ferry.
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