Hours & Admission
Winter Quarter
From November-March, the reconstructed fort is closed for the season. The Museum and Visitor center are open year-round with reduced winter rates. Admission includes the viewing of WGTE’s Fort Meigs introductory video, access to The Legacy of Freedom, our state-of-the-art War of 1812 Museum, and Lambie’s Playroom.
Winter Admission Rates
(Indoor Museum Only)
- Adults – $7.00
- Seniors (60+) – $6.00
- Students – $5.00
- Age 5 & Under – FREE
- Ohio History Connection members & FMA members – FREE
Winter Hours
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
Regular Hours
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 contingent upon staff availability during peak school tour season (April-May). See Guided Tours below.
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: 419-874-4121
Hours
April 1-October 31, 2026
Hours for the Fort, 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
Special Event hours may vary.
Holidays
Closed holidays except Memorial Day & Independence Day.
Daily Guided Tours (April-October)
Interested in a guided tour of the fort? Guided tours are offered daily and included with your admission! Each tour lasts approximately 40 min and is led by one of our knowledgeable historians. The tour includes a brief introduction about the War of 1812, the building and significance of Fort Meigs, the attempted sieges, and the legacy of Fort Meigs as an archeological preserve and final resting place for hundreds of soldiers. The tour takes you to two of the blockhouses. You are then free to explore the rest of the fort on your own.
Daily Guided Tour Schedule (April-Oct.)
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 are not guaranteed.
Group Tour Rates & Discounts
- If you have an organized group, please call to schedule a private tour
- Group rates & discounts are available. Please call for details. 419-874-4121