Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial
Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial
Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial
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Rising 352 feet above Lake Erie, this monument commemorates an American victory during the War of 1812.
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Cora D
Grove City, OH222 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
There’s no place to write an overall review PIB itself.
My friends and I had selected, for the last two years, PIB as the destination of our Girls Weekend. We range from late twenties to late thirties. We are all educated and established in our careers and relationships. These weekends we tend to ignore financially responsible decisions and live in the moment.
Unfortunately this past weekend we were annoyed and displeased to the point of discussing a change of location for next year. The consistent ambiguity of food, drink and service pricing at several establishments, the smell of weed everywhere and the rude service were our issues. Why are we spending our time and money at PIB? Several instances due to the above listed issues took away from our weekend. If PIB is catering to the indelicate, their goal has been achieved. We likened it to a carnival. We will not be returning next year.
My friends and I had selected, for the last two years, PIB as the destination of our Girls Weekend. We range from late twenties to late thirties. We are all educated and established in our careers and relationships. These weekends we tend to ignore financially responsible decisions and live in the moment.
Unfortunately this past weekend we were annoyed and displeased to the point of discussing a change of location for next year. The consistent ambiguity of food, drink and service pricing at several establishments, the smell of weed everywhere and the rude service were our issues. Why are we spending our time and money at PIB? Several instances due to the above listed issues took away from our weekend. If PIB is catering to the indelicate, their goal has been achieved. We likened it to a carnival. We will not be returning next year.
Written December 15, 2022
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Scarlett T
Midway, PA217 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Loved learning about all the history and what this monument represents. It’s an amazing structure, free to visit, and doesn’t take much time. Check it out.
Written August 17, 2022
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SylviaTourstein
1,200 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
What a tombstone. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Sylvia 4-star = amazing. The world larger Greek Doric column and 3rd largest USA National Park Monument at 352 total height. It may look plain, but if you have a pass, go up 317 feet to the observation deck or $10 for ages 16 and over. The grounds around it are being updated to make it more attractive. Oh, and you can see Canada!
Written August 9, 2022
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sassy1252016
New Haven, IN56 contributions
Aug 2022
Went with friends as was able to use our park pass. Great views and lots of history. Need reservation of time
Written August 8, 2022
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jennifer
Indianapolis, IN219 contributions
Jul 2022
Really nice NPS site, the observation tower is cool to go up to (but be warned it is super windy up there!) The 15 min movie in the visitor's center was very well done. We especially loved the musket demonstration by a few of the rangers.
Written July 1, 2022
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Sarah H
Rutland19 contributions
Jun 2022
A great gem of a NPS site located an easy ferry ride from the mainland. Interpretative folks knowledgeable and friendly!
Written June 28, 2022
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Tiggo
West Virginia135 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
Very nice but small museum. Very informative displays. Short video was well done. Not hands on for small children, but for military or history enthusiast, a great visit. No cover charge.
Written June 5, 2022
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WanderLust R
Saint Clairsville, OH103 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
This is our 4th visit to Put-In-Bay, but our first to utilize the observation deck! The views were amazing and even though I’m afraid of heights, was not the least bit scary.
The team of National Park associates were there to answer questions about the War of 1812 and Perry’s involvement.
Very helpful and they made it more interesting with all of their facts!
The team of National Park associates were there to answer questions about the War of 1812 and Perry’s involvement.
Very helpful and they made it more interesting with all of their facts!
Written May 30, 2022
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JBH
364 contributions
Sep 2021
The monument is nice and the views from the platform are beautiful. Easy to find, simply look up and you can find it from the main drag.
Written December 30, 2021
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Arthur G
Endicott, NY736 contributions
Sep 2021
Unfortunately the monument observation deck was closed due to lack of staffing. The visitors center had a movie explaining the battle and displays and artifacts. The covid protocols were inconvenient for getting in and out. Easy golf cart parking.
Written October 30, 2021
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Sarah E
Mackinaw City, MI21 contributions
How do you get there? I know you ride a ferry, but how far from the ferry to the monument? Should we plan to take our car on the ferry? Nervous!
Hollysk
Canton, OH59 contributions
I wouldn’t take a car over. It’s much easier to just get a golf cart or bikes on the island. If you take Miller’s Ferry (the only one that you can take your car) it is on the opposite end of the island. Only a 15 minute golf cart ride. If you take the Jet Express, you will dock right next to the park and Perry’s Monument.
WANDERERflorida
Clearwater, FL13 contributions
Can I drive all the way? Or do I take a ferry? How else can I view the grounds?
22travel2x
Kent, OH87 contributions
You will need to take a ferry. Miller lines from Catawba or Jet express from Sandusky.
Is the monument open in September?
Lenore G
Pataskala, OH10 contributions
Yes, I believe so .
Are dogs on leashes welcome?
Dave S
25 contributions
Yes as long as they're on a leash but you can't take them inside the monument. We always take the Miller Ferry from Catawba Island as you can take your dog on it + it's much cheaper than the Jet Express. I've been to Put-in-Bay many times and live about 45 minutes from the ferry so I can answer almost any questions you have.
Jim S
Frankfort, IL7 contributions
Is there only steps to the observation area or an elevator?
gertiet61072
Akron, OH21 contributions
There are both steps and an elevator. When we were there, all I remember is being at the very top. When we decided to go down the electric went out on most of the Island. we had to walk down 487 steps with only a back up generator for some lighting. There was an elevator full of people stuck, But the good news is they all made it down safely. The fire department and rescue teams were on hand but I heard there were only a few people who needed oxygen. There were also Park Rangers on every level with water and a walkie just in case of an emergency. No one was hurt and they all take their job seriously.!!!
Is there any thing open there now on Sundays at put in bay for day trip?
Jennifer E
Norton, OH44 contributions
Unless you like large crowds the last weekend, labor day will be crazy. I think there will still be things open after labor day, just not everything. You can always call certain businesses and ask when they are closing or check the website. We love going on the off season when all the tourist leave.
theoljohnnyboy
New Florence, PA1,414 contributions
are there places to park a bike safely by the monument?
gma31
Kenton, OH117 contributions
Yes, there is parking for golf carts and bicycles.
WHat time do attractions open on Sunday's on put in bay?
Patricia H
23 contributions
we were there in early May so it was not open. disappointed. would have loved to have seen the inside
Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial, Put in Bay
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