Fee Free Day at Perry’s Monument
The fee will be waived to visit the top of Perry's Monument. #FindYourPark...
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Historic Weekend
The Anniversary of the Battle of Lake Erie is a celebration of history, art, music, Perry’s naval victory & two centuries of International Peace....
Fee Free Day at Perry’s Monument
The fee will be waived to visit the top of Perry's Monument. #FindYourPark...
Commodore Perry’s Birthday Celebration
Join Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial to celebrate the birth of Oliver Hazard Perry....
Gibraltar Island Tours
Science and History Tours of Gibraltar Island in the Put-in-Bay Harbor. ...
Lantern Tour of Historic Hotel Victory Grounds
Family friendly event to learn about the history of Hotel Victory....
Ford Tri-Motor Visits Put-in-Bay
Take this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the magic of flight in the world’s first mass-produced airliner! ...
Island Green Week
Ohio's Lake Erie Islands showcase nature, history, family fun and education during the annual week long "Island Green Week" on Put-in-Bay, Middle Bass Island, Kelleys Island & Gibraltar Island....
Gibraltar Island Tours
Science and History Tours of Gibraltar Island in the Put-in-Bay Harbor. ...
Gibraltar Island Tours
Science and History Tours of Gibraltar Island in the Put-in-Bay Harbor. ...
Musket & Carronade Weekend
The historical guns will be blasting at Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial....
Gibraltar Island Tours
Science and History Tours of Gibraltar Island in the Put-in-Bay Harbor. ...
Gibraltar Island Tours
Science and History Tours of Gibraltar Island in the Put-in-Bay Harbor. ...
Ford Tri-Motor Visits Put-in-Bay
Take this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the magic of flight in the world’s first mass-produced airliner! ...
Gibraltar Island Tours
Science and History Tours of Gibraltar Island in the Put-in-Bay Harbor. ...
Gibraltar Island Tours
Science and History Tours of Gibraltar Island in the Put-in-Bay Harbor. ...
Gibraltar Island Tours
Science and History Tours of Gibraltar Island in the Put-in-Bay Harbor. ...
Musket & Carronade Weekend
The historical guns will be blasting at Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial....
Flagship Niagara Visits Put-in-Bay
Come see the historic Tall Ship Niagara as her sail paints the Lake Erie skyline....
Memorial Day Service at Perry’s Monument
Come and pay your respects to the fallen, veterans of the War of 1812 and other time periods....
Musket & Carronade Weekend
The historical guns will be blasting at Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial....
Perry’s Monument Opens
Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial opens for the 2019 season. History, architecture and education at Put-in-Bay, Ohio. ...
Stone Lab Open House – Put-in-Bay Only
Explore Ohio State's Stone Laboratory on Put-in-Bay. Science, education and history on Lake Erie....
Flagship Niagara Visits Put-in-Bay
Come see the historic Tall Ship Niagara as her sail paints the Lake Erie skyline....
Flagship Niagara Visits Put-in-Bay
Come see the historic Tall Ship Niagara as her sail paints the Lake Erie skyline. ...
Matthews Boat Program
Learn about the Matthews Boat Company and a boat trip they took in 1905 down the Mississippi, around Florida and back up the coast to Put-in-Bay....
Showing of Trail Magic: The Grandma Gatewood Story
Showing of Trail Magic, a documentary about Emma "Grandma" Gatewood, who in 1955 was the first person to solo walk the entire Appalachian trail in a single season. ...
A Boat Load of Smiles: 20 Things About Put-in-Bay That Make Us Smile
Sure, we could’ve made this list “10 Things About Put-in-Bay That Make Us Smile” or more realistically, “1,000 Things About Put-in-Bay That Make Us Smile,” but we settled on 20 for a good reason. One smile-worthy thing for every minute it takes to get to...
Put-in-Bay Road Races Reunion: A Tribute to Some of Put-in-Bay’s Coolest History
The village of Put-in-Bay on South Bass Island has a unbelievable amount of unique and interesting history. Of course there’s Commodore Perry and his brave crew’s triumph over the British in the Battle of Lake Erie…hard to forget that one. Dr. Lee deForest’s first ship-to-shore...
Let’s Party Like It’s 1812! Commodore Perry’s Birthday Celebration and 5 Things You May Not Have Known About Him
On August 23, 2016, it will have been 231 years since the legendary Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry was brought into this world and to commemorate this American hero, there’s going to be a huge birthday celebration for the entire weekend! Join Perry’s Victory & International...
5 Instagram Accounts to Follow for Your Put-in-Bay Fix
Unless you’re one of the lucky few South Bass Island residents, a trip to Put-in-Bay might not always be part of your getaway plans. Luckily though, there’s a few other ways to cure your island fever while you’re waiting to take that trip…and if you’re...
Sail on General Patton’s Schooner at Put-in-Bay
Now is your exclusive chance to sail aboard her during the 4th of July weekend on the shores of Put-in-Bay. They will be holding 4 sails per day - ending with the extra-special fireworks sail....
Maritime Festival with US Brig Niagara
Join us for the U.S. Brig Niagaras visit, Put-in-Bay’s Pyrate Fest, and educational & public service programs....
Six Real-Life Pirates Who Would’ve Liked to Call Put-in-Bay Home
Savings Tip: Remember adults & kiddos, dress or talk like a Pyrate and save $1 off your round trip passenger fare aboard Miller Ferry for Put-in-Bay, any time during Pyrate Fest. The 8th annual Put-in-Bay Pyrate Fest is nearly upon us (June 17 - June 20)...
23 Ways to Save on Put-in-Bay’s Memorial Day Weekend for Active Military & American Veterans
South Bass Island and the village of Put-in-Bay are forever in debt to America’s military. Without Commodore Perry and his crew’s victory against the British in the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812, British forces would’ve seized control of the Great Lakes...
7 Reasons Why We Think Perry’s Victory & International Peace Memorial is the Most Underrated National Monument #FindYourPark
Mount Rushmore? Lincoln Memorial? Fort Caroline? Sure these are undeniably significant symbols of America’s history and wonderful sites for vacations to boot, however we tend to think that our Battle of Lake Erie relic sometimes doesn’t get the notoriety it deserves. Although to be fair...
Perry’s Monument Senior Skip
Perry's Monument is offering FREE admission to anyone 62 years of age and older. ...
“The Battle of Lake Erie” Presented by Author/Historian Gerry Altoff
Presentation on the Battle of Lake Erie by historian, Gerry Altoff....
Wreath Laying Ceremony & Reception
A day to remember! Events to observe the War of 1812 and Battle of Lake Erie at Put-in-Bay, including a Wreath Laying Ceremony aboard Miller Ferry. ...
Why a Few Days of Chilly Fall Weather is Actually a Good Thing
Okay okay, we know what you’re thinking but just hear us out on this one. Without the cold we can’t fully appreciate the warmth. For those of us that live in temperate climates, towards the end of every winter we always tend to get fed...
The Flagship Niagara is Returning to Put-in-Bay
You know how the old captain’s saying goes, “Loose lips sink ships,” but that doesn’t apply here. Whatever the case we can’t help but spread the word because, well, we’re excited. It’s not everyday that this majestic, historically significant Tall Ship graces the shores of...
Guest Speakers: Untold Stories of Our History
Learn about history at the Lake Erie Islands Historical Society and Museum on Put-in-Bay....
Flagship Niagara Visits Put-in-Bay
Come see the historic Tall Ship! On board tours & day sails available. ...
Memorial Day Weekend
Perry's Monument & Put-in-Bay come together to honor those who served in the United States Armed Forces with a ceremony, parade & family fun. Active U.S. military personnel and American veterans are invited to ride aboard Miller Ferry to Put-in-Bay at no charge Saturday, May...
Commodore Perry Education Workshop
Attention Teachers! Commodore Perry Educational Workshop at Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial....
The Islander’s Guide to Under-the-Radar Events and Festivals
Pyrate Fest. Historical Weekend. Christmas in July. All fantastic island events in their own right and we certainly don’t want to take anything away from them, but to really get a feel of what everyday islander life is like you have to be willing to...
10 Thoughts Everyone has Upon Hearing Miller Ferry Opens for the Season
Let’s face it, winter in northern Ohio was a bit tough this year. Come to think of it, it’s been a really cold couple of years and while scraping ice off your car window certainly gets old, it makes spring all that much sweeter. So...
Put-in-Bay, Will You be my Valentine?
Dear Put-in-Bay, From the first time we laid eyes on you, we’ve been smitten. Your beautiful limestone cliffs stretch out to the water’s edge giving us a wonderful reminder of just how long ago the glaciers etched their way across the Great Lakes and how much...