| Aug 23, 2013 Happy Birthday Commodore Perry! Perry’s Victory & International Peace Memorial, Put-in-Bay Free Ranger talks for the day will be taylored to remembering the life of Oliver Hazard Perry. 419.285.2184 nps.gov/pevi |
| Aug 29, 2013 Tall Ships Welcome Cruise Goodtime I, 101 W. Shoreline Dr. (Jackson St. Pier), Sandusky $30/person The deck of the Goodtime I is the perfect vantage point to watch the parade of tall ships entering the harbor at Put-in-Bay. The Goodtime I will leave the dock in Sandusky at 12 pm and arrive in the harbor around 2 pm. The tall ships are scheduled to arrive at between 2 and 4 pm. Light appetizers will be served and drinks can be purchased from the bar. Lee Murdock will provide entertainment with songs and stories of the Great Lakes. After the tall ships arrive, the boat will dock for about two hours so you can enjoy the festivites on Put-in-Bay before returning to the Goodtime I dock in Sandusky. 419.625.9692 goodtimeboat.com |
| Aug 29, 2013 – Sep 1, 2013 Battle of Lake Erie Tall Ship Celebration Various locations, Kelleys Island 419.746.2360 kelleysislandchamber.com |
| Aug 29, 2013 – Sep 2, 2013 Tall Ships Challenge® Great Lakes 2013 Various Locations in Ohio and Canada Celebrating the 200th anniversary of the major military events of the War of 1812 that took place in the Great Lakes. Tall Ships will dock in the communities of Catawba Island, Port Clinton, Kelleys Island, Middle Bass Island, Put-in-Bay, and in several Canadian ports including Pelee Island, Kingsville, Amhurstburg, and Windsor. There will be a Tall Ship Parade on Sept 1 and a re-enactment of the Battle of Lake Erie featuring the Tall Ships on Sept 2. BattleofLakeErie-Bicentennial.com |
| Aug 30, 2013 – Sep 1, 2013 Tall Ship “Windy” Day Sails – Sponsored by Heineman’s Winery 7 am-6 pm Put-in-Bay Harbor Take a 75-minute tour aboard Tall Ship “Windy,” an inspiration to those who may have never been sailing, as well as those who are experienced sailors. An adventure on “Windy” is ideal for families and groups wanting a fun/educational time, romantics of all ages, history buffs, those seeking creative and spiritual inspiration, or just friends out to have a wonderful sailing experience and a truly unique view of Lake Erie. 419.285.2832 |
| Aug 30, 2013 – Sep 1, 2013 Concert Series in the Park Gazebo 11 am-5 pm DeRivera Park, Downtown Put-in-Bay 419.285.2832 BattleofLakeErie-Bicentennial.com |
| Aug 30, 2013 – Sep 1, 2013 U.S. Brig “Niagara” Tours – Sponsored by Miller Boat Line 9 am-5 pm Put-in-Bay Harbor The original Niagara was built in 1813 during the War of 1812. Under the command of Commodore Perry, she was a key part of the American victory over the British in the Battle of Lake Erie. This replica was built in 1988 and includes some of the timbers from the original ship. Touring a tall ship is an exciting experience that gives an appreciation of history, the adventure of sailing and what life was like for the crews that sailed these great old sailing ships. It’s a fun and educational activity the whole family can enjoy. 419.285.2832 |
| Aug 30, 2013 U.S. Coast Guard Band Performance 6 pm Perry’s Victory & International Peace Memorial, Put-in-Bay 419.285.2184 |
| Aug 30, 2013 – Sep 1, 2013 Port Clinton Tall Ship Tours Fri 12-8 pm, Sat-Sun 10 am-6 pm Jefferson Street Pier, Port Clinton Sister ships, “Pathfinder” and “Playfair,” are operated by a summer youth sail training program on the Great Lakes. This program is one of the very few sail training programs where all of the crew except for the captain are in high school (13-19 years old). “Pathfinder” was the original vessel of Toronto Brigantine, a charitable organization founded in 1962 to develop leadership, discipline, and citizenship in a maritime environment and believed that exposure to the challenge of the sea-going lifestyle could benefit young people. “Playfair” joined Toronto Brigantine in 1974. She was christened in 1973 by Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, and is the only Canadian ship to be commissioned by a reigning monarch. Advanced tickets available. 419.341.0378 http://ticketfly.com/purchase/event/292189?utm_medium=bks |
| Aug 30, 2013 – Sep 1, 2013 Reenactment Village at Put-in-Bay 9 am-5 pm DeRivera Park, Downtown Put-in-Bay The Battle of Lake Erie Living History Group will be present to portray the American Marines, Soldiers, and Militia who fought on Perry’s ships as Marines in the Battle. These volunteers will be demonstrating period drills, tactics, and weapons, as well as setting up a period encampment. They will also be available to discuss the role of Marines in the War of 1812 and what life was like for the brave individuals who served their young Nation in one of the War’s most pivotal battles. 419.285.2832 battleoflakeerie-bicentennial.com |
| Aug 30, 2013 – Sep 1, 2013 Kelleys Island Tall Ship “Appledore IV” On-Board Tours 2-5:30 pm Portside Marina, 116 W. Lakeshore Dr., Kelleys Island $5 Take an on-board tour of the Tall Ship “Appledore IV.” Tickets available online. 419.746.2360 ticketfly.com/event/367895 |
| Aug 30, 2013 – Sep 10, 2013 Put-in-Bay Historical Weekend Hours vary Various Locations, Put-in-Bay Free This 12-day celebration kicks-off on Labor Day Weekend with a Tall Ships Festival celebrating the 200th Anniversary of the Battle of Lake Erie history, art and music as well as Perry’s naval victory and 200 years of peace among the United States, Canada, and Great Britain. A War of 1812 military encampment and 1,200 Boy Scouts camp at Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial and more. 419.285.2832 visitputinbay.com |
| Aug 30, 2013 – Sep 1, 2013 Schooner “Hindu” at Catawba Island Club Catawba Island State Park, 4049 E. Moores Dock Rd., Port Clinton Festivities will be private events at the members-only Catawba Island Club. Catch a view of the ship from Catawba Island State Park, a pleasant place to picnic and enjoy the lake. From the park, you can watch the Hindu come and go from day sails, and also watch the fireworks–a perfect place for photo opportunities. 800.441.1271 |
| Aug 30, 2013 – Sep 1, 2013 Kelleys Island Tall Ship “Appledore IV” Day Sails 10 am-8 pm Portside Marina, 116 W. Lakeshore Dr., Kelleys Island $60 Take a 90-minute tour aboard the Tall Ship “Appledore IV” departing from Kelleys Island. Based in Bay City, MI, this Tall Ship is available for Science under Sail, a K-12 environmental education program and Main Sail, a youth half-day training program. 419.746.2360 tickeyfly.com/event/267895 |
| Aug 31, 2013 Tall Ships Festival Cruise Goodtime I, 101 W. Shoreline Dr. (Jackson St. Pier), Sandusky $30/person The Goodtime I will depart Sandusky at 9:30 am heading to Put-in-Bay for the Tall Ships Festival. Enjoy a continental breakfast onboard, along with music by Lee Murdock and a special presentation by Historian/actor Jeremy Meier, dressed as Oliver Hazard Perry. Once at Put-in-Bay, disembark to enjoy all Tall Ships Festival activities and excitement. The Goodtime will depart Put-in-Bay at 3:30 pm and arrive back in Sandusky at 5:30 pm. 419.625.9692 goodtimeboat.com |
| Aug 31, 2013 Bicentennial Play “The Official Almost True Campfire Tales of Put-in-Bay” by Tyler Whidden 4 pm DeRivera Park, Put-in-Bay Put-in-Bay Arts Council and Ensemble Theatre of Lakewood Ohio combine to present a theatrical performance for audiences of all ages. pibarts.com |
| Aug 31, 2013 The Regency Benefit Ball Niagara Event Center, Concord Ave., Put-in-Bay $25/person, $45/couple Dust off your dancing shoes and join the Dance Thru History performers for an evening of dancing straight out of the 19th century. Performers will teach participants all the dance steps. Evening will include a period dress contest with prizes for the most authentic couple, light hors d’oeuvres, and cash bar. All proceeds benefit the education programs at Perry’s Victory & International Peace Memorial. Part of the Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial Celebration. 419.285.2832 visitputinbay.com |
| Aug 31, 2013 The War of 1812 in Music and Dance 2 pm Niagara Center, 71 Concord Ave., Put-in-Bay Performers will depict the events during the War of 1812 through music and dance of that period. 419.285.2832 |
| Sep 1, 2013 The Ohio State University Marching Band Day at the Bay 8:00 pm Perry’s Victory & International Peace Memorial, Put-in-Bay The Ohio State University Marching Band will arrive in downtown Put-in-Bay aboard the Miller Ferry at approximately 3:15 pm and parade through the Village Square. The band will perform a concert at 8:30 pm on the grounds of Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial. Fireworks immediately following the performance. Special “OSU Day at the Bay” ferry discount available. More details at http://www.millerferry.com. 419.285.2184 |
| Sep 1, 2013 Bicentennial Fireworks Cruise Goodtime I, 101 W. Shoreline Dr. (Jackson St. Pier), Sandusky $50/person The Goodtime I will depart Sandusky at 2:45 pm am heading to Put-in-Bay for the fireworks. Onboard, enjoy music by Lee Murdock and a special presentation by Historian/actor Jeremy Meier, dressed as Oliver Hazard Perry. Once at Put-in-Bay, disembark to enjoy the Tall Ships Festival events. Passengers will reboard at 8:30 pm to enjoy the fireworks. The boat will arrive back in Sandusky around 11:30 pm. 419.625.9692 goodtimeboat.com |
| Sep 1, 2013 The Ohio State Marching Band Performance in Port Clinton 12:30 pm Waterworks Park, Perry & Jefferson sts., Port Clinton Free The Ohio State University Marching Band will perform a 30-minute concert before departing to Put-in-Bay. |
| Sep 1, 2013 Fireworks 9:30 pm Put-in-Bay Harbor Bring a blanket or lawn chair for fireworks over the Put-in-Bay harbor. 419.285.2832 visitputinbay.com |
| Sep 2, 2013 Battle of Lake Erie-Battle Reenactment Schedule 8 am-4:30 pm Put-in-Bay, Ohio 8 am: Induction Ceremony for those sailing on Tall Ships for Battle Re-creation at the Perry Memorial. 8:45-9:45 am: Passengers board Tall Ships at Fox’s Dock and Dock C at Put-in-Bay. 10 am: Tall Ships sail to battle site. 12 pm: Battle commences. 2 pm: Battle concludes. 4 pm: Tall Ships return to Put-in-Bay. Battle site coordinates: 41-44-50.00N 083-02-00.00W or 41.747222,-83.033333 440.349.3210 battleoflakeerie-bicentennial.com |
| Sep 3, 2013 “The Battle of Lake Erie From All Perspectives” 11 am & 3 pm Perry’s Victory Visitor Center, Put-in-Bay Notable historians from Canada and the United States will discuss the Battle of Lake Erie and the War of 1812 from multiple perspectives. Part of the Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial Celebration. 419.285.2184 |
| Sep 3, 2013 – Sep 9, 2013 War of 1812 Bicentennial Commemoration Various Locations, Put-in-Bay Return to 1813 at Put-in-Bay where history will come alive as the community joins forces with the National Park Service to commemorate the Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial Celebration. Hear the roar of cannons and the crackle of campfires as living history experts from the United States and Canada educate visitors about the War of 1812. Participate in historic games and children’s activities. Listen to historians debate the age old question, “Who won the War of 1812?” There will be different activities happening each day. 419.285.2832 BattleofLakeErie-Bicentennial.com |
| Sep 4, 2013 “The Untold Stories and Myths About the War of 1812” 11 am & 3 pm Perrys Victory Visitor Center, Put-in-Bay Discover little known facts about the War of 1812 and listen to age-old myths about the War of 1812 get debunked by knowledgeable historians. Part of the Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial Celebration. 419.285.2184 |
| Sep 5, 2013 “Tecumseh and the Native Americans in the War of 1812” 11 am & 3 pm Perrys Victory Visitor Center, Put-in-Bay The War of 1812 was an important conflict with broad and lasting consequences, particularly for the native inhabitants of North America. Learn about The Shawnee war chief, Tecumseh, and his brother, The Prophet, also known as Tenskatawa, who played crucial roles in leading the Indians in the war. Part of the Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial Celebration. 419.285.2184 |
| Sep 6, 2013 “Patriots in Petticoats and Civilians in the War of 1812” 11 am & 3 pm Perrys Victory Visitor Center, Put-in-Bay American and Canadian women played a vital role in the War of 1812, yet little is known about their valiant efforts. The weapons they chose were as varied as the localities these women came from. Listen as historians discuss women’s roles in the War of 1812. Part of the Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial Celebration. 419.285.2184 |
| Sep 6, 2013 “War of 1812 in Film” Perrys Victory International Peace Memorial, Put-in-Bay Bring a blanket and/or a lawn chair and relax as you watch a “war of 1812” movie on the lawn at Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial. Don’t forget the bug spray. Part of the Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial Celebration. 419.285.2184 |
| Sep 7, 2013 Harbor Illumination: Lights of Peace Dusk Put-in-Bay Flares will be lit around South Bass Island in commemoration of the Bicentennial of the Battle of Lake Erie. Purchase flares for $10 each. Part of the Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial Celebration. 419.285.2491 theperrygroup.org |
| Sep 7, 2013 War of 1812 Grand Parade 2:15 pm Downtown Put-in-Bay Free Local and regional dignitaries join 1,200 scouts, classic cars, marching bands, the captain of the U.S.S. Lake Erie, area veterans and 1812 re-enactors. 419.285.2832 visitputinbay.com |
| Sep 7, 2013 Bicentennial Play “The Official True Campfire Tales of Put-in-Bay” by Tyler Whidden 3 pm Perry’s Victory & International Peace Memorial, Put-in-Bay Put-in-Bay Arts Council and Ensemble Theatre of Lakewood Ohio combine to present a theatrical performance for audiences of all ages. pibarts.com |
| Sep 7, 2013 War of 1812 Military Tattoo 4 pm Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial, Put-in-Bay Parks Canada re-enactors from War of 1812 Canadian sites will join forces with period dress interpreters from the National Park Service to exhibit different tactics and military precision drills in the first ever tattoo held on the grounds of Perry’s Victory. The program will include music, dance, and plenty of carronade firings. Part of the Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial Celebration. 419.285.2184 |
| Sep 7, 2013 War of 1812 Fashion Show 11 am Niagara Center, 71 Concord Ave., Put-in-Bay A group of Regency fashion-savvy women have come together to develop a period dress fashion show for your viewing pleasure. Join reenactors and history fans for an information session on dressing the part in Regency Era. The session will set the stage for creating costumes from scratch and piecing together outfits from consignment finds, and/or renting clothes. Topics will include history fabrics, clothing components for both men and women, patterns, including reviews of how they worked, and plenty of show and tell of existing costumes. Part of the Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial Celebration. 419.285.2832 |
| Sep 8, 2013 War of 1812 Ecumenical Service 9 am Perry’s Victory Visitor Center Lawn, Put-in-Bay Interdenominational church service sponsored by St. Paul’s Episcopal Church featuring period music and hymns and performance by The Black Swamp Intertribal Foundation. 419.285.2184 |
| Sep 8, 2013 Patriotic Music by Local Favorites 3-5 pm Perry’s Visitor Center Lawn, Put-in-Bay Free Island performers showcase their musical talents in honor of the Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial Celebration. The 90-minute concert will feature a number of favorite local musicians performing original works about the Battle of Lake Erie. 419.285.2184 |
| Sep 8, 2013 Muffins vs. Mossbacks Historical Baseball Game 2 pm Mother of Sorrows Ball Field, Concord Ave., Put-in-Bay Free The Ohio Historical Society Muffins play the Put-in-Bay Mossbacks. Original baseball rules. Refreshments available. Bring a lawn chair for the shade. 419.285.2832 visitputinbay.com |
| Sep 9, 2013 Intergenerational War of 1812 History Day 9 am-3 pm Perry’s Victory Visitor Center, Put-in-Bay Schools and senior citizen centers are invited to visit and learn about the War of 1812. 419.285.2184 |
| Sep 10, 2013 Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial Ceremony Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial, Put-in-Bay The official ceremony commemorating the Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial Celebration on the actual anniversary date of the naval battle. Activities include a wreath lying at the actual battle site, the Battle of Lake Erie Commemoration Parade will start in downtown Put-in-Bay featuring Parks Canada re-enactors, and Native American, and First Nation representatives, regional marching bands and invited guests. The official commemoration ceremony will begin on the steps of the Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial following the parade. The President of the United States, the Secretary of Navy, and other foreign dignitaries have been invited as guest speakers. Visit website for the latest information. 419.285.2832 BattleofLakeErie-Bicentennial.com |
| Sep 16, 2013 The War of 1812, Fort Meigs, and Fort Stephenson 6:30 pm Sandusky Library, 114 W. Adams St., Sandusky Dr. Nelson discusses the War of 1812, including events at nearby Forts Meigs and Stephenson. 419.625.3834 www.sandusky.lib.oh.us |
| Sep 21, 2013 Peace Drum and Dance Festival Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial, Put-in-Bay Part of the Battle of Lake Erie Bicentennial Celebration. 419.285.2184 |
