Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial

Usual hours

• Closed through 2026-12-13

From 56 published days, 2026-10-19 to 2026-12-13; community-mapped.

About

Entrance / day-use fee applies.

This park's official page lists: Store / concessions.

This park's official page lists: Visitor center.

At the park

• Exhibits exhibit
• Visitor center exhibit
• Wildlife & bird watching scenic feature

Shows and experiences

• Junior Ranger program
• Ranger & guided programs

Events

• Voices of the War of 1812 11:00 AM–05:00 PM
• Anchors Aweigh for 2026 10:00 AM–05:00 PM

Before you go

Limits

Yes, service dogs are legally permitted anywhere in a park that visitors can go

⚠ Park closure: 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.

Getting there

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.

Weather & when to go

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.

Visitor center

Visitor Center — The following hours are only for the Visitor Center. Exceptions are listed for special events and are adjusted for reduced staffing. Tickets and passes are only sold at the visitor center on the day of your visit. See Operating Hours & Seasons for current information about visiting the memorial… — Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial is located in the Village of Put-in-Bay on South Bass Island. Access the island by ferry, airplane, airboats, and private boats. Several taxi companies, island tour trains, and a bus line are available for travel around island.

Facilities on the park map

1 visitor information.