Admission & Hours

Hours of Operation

From April through October, visitors can take guided* or self-guided tours of the fort and museum. Historical interpreters, dressed in period clothing, are on hand to provide all kinds of historic demonstrations, discuss the history of the fort, and answer any questions. Come discover a part of Ohio history you never knew was here! 

*Guided tours are offered at 11am & 3 pm. They are contingent upon staff availability during peak school tour season (April-May).

Admission Rates

General Admission

  • Adults – $12.00
  • Seniors (60+) – $10.00
  • Students – $7.00
  • Age 5 & Under – FREE
  • Ohio History Connection members – FREE
  • Reduced rates available November – March

Special Event Admission

Rates vary. Please call for details.

1-800-283-8916

School Tour Admission

  • Students – $7.00
  • Chaperones – $7.00
  • Teachers – FREE

Group Rates & Discounts

  • Group rates & discounts available. Please call for details.

Regular Hours

April 2 – October 31, 2025

Hours for reconstructed fort and Visitor Center & Museum:

  • Wednesday – Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
  • Closed Mondays and Tuesday

Interested in a guided tour of the fort? Guided tours are offered daily and included with your admission. See tour times below.

Daily Guided Tour Schedule:

Wednesday-Saturday: 11 a.m. & 3 p.m. (See NOTICE below)

Sunday: 12:30 p.m. & 3 p.m.

NOTICE: During our peak school tour season in the months of April and May, 11 a.m. tours (Wed-Fri) are contingent upon staff availability and cannot be guaranteed.

November 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026

The reconstructed fort is CLOSED during these months.

Visitor Center & Museum Hours:

  • Wednesday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  • Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  • Closed Mondays and Tuesdays

Holidays

  • Closed holidays except Memorial Day & Independence Day.
  • Holiday hours vary. Please call (800) 283-8916 for holiday hours

From November-March, we are in our winter quarter and offer reduced rates. The outdoor fort is closed for the season. The museum and visitor center are open year round. Admission includes the viewing of WGTE’s Fort Meigs introductory video, and access to The Legacy of Freedom, our state-of-the-art War of 1812 Museum.

Winter Admission Rates: (Indoor Museum Only)

Photo credit: Weaver