2026 Historic Weekend

Historic Weekend Firing Line!

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Celebrate 250 years of America with us!

Friday, September 11th to Sunday, September 13th

All events are free, open to the public, and held at Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial unless otherwise noted.

Tentative Schedule

Friday, September 11

• 10 am - 6 pm Visitor Center is open. See the current conditions.
• 7 pm - Flag Retirement Ceremony- To kick off Historic Weekend join us at the Flag Poles to learn about the Battle of Lake Erie, Flag Etiquette along with remember those lost on 9/11.

Saturday, September 12

• 11 am - Small Arms Demonstration
• Noon - Artillery Demonstration
• 2 pm - Parade
• Following the Parade: 213th Anniversary Ceremony Commemorating the Battle of Lake Erie and 250^th Birthday of America

Sunday, September 13

• 11 am - Small Arms Demonstration
• Noon - Artillery Demonstration
• 1 pm - Small Arms Demonstration
• 2 pm - Artillery Demonstration
• 3 pm - Artillery Demonstration
• 4 pm - Small Arms Demonstration

Volunteer and Living History Opportunities

We are welcoming reenactors portraying: Revolutionary War, American Indian Wars, War of 1812, Civil War, World War I, and World War II

If interested in volunteering for the event as living history or general operations email our Volunteer Program for more information.