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Explore the ten-acre reconstructed fort and learn more about life at Fort Meigs during the War of 1812!

See our hours, admission rates, and guided tour times here.

Fort Meigs Historic Site is managed by the Fort Meigs Association, a 501(c)3 non-profit, on behalf of the Ohio History Connection

Crossbow to Cartridge 

June 14-15, 2025 

Observe the Evolution of Gunpowder! Crossbow to Cartridge is a living history event featuring the 15th-17th centuries.  Explore military camps, experience weapons demonstrations and enjoy lively engagement with the warriors and camp-followers of distant Europe and Early America.

Regular Admission Rates

Regency Corset Workshop

June 20-22, 2025 | Cost $250

Learn to make your regency own corset! This workshop is perfect for experienced historical costume enthusiasts.

The class is taught by Janea Whitacre, formerly Mistress Milliner at Colonial Williamsburg.

Click here for more information.

Register by calling 419-874-4121. Space is limited.

Second Sunday Tabletop Games

Next Second Sunday Gaming Day: June 8,  2025 | 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Every second Sunday of the month we host historical miniature tabletop games in the classrooms! The featured games change each month. There are a variety of easy to learn games for all ages.

Check out our Podcast Series!

The Foot of the Rapids showcases diary entries, memoirs, letters home, poems, and music to convey exciting historic themes of The War of 1812.

Hosted by the staff of Fort Meigs Historic Site.

Photo credit: Weaver
Background image credit: Library of Congress