Upcoming Events

Declaration 250 – August 1-2, 2026

In partnership with The Perry Group, Lake Eerie Heritage Foundation will help host Declaration 250, a national commemoration marking the true signing date of the Declaration of Independence on August 2, 1776.

This once-in-a-generation program will feature speakers, living history, community participation, and a ceremonial signing event at Perry’s Monument.

While July 4, 1776 marks the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, it was on August 2 that the majority of the 56 signers actually affixed their names to the document, risking their lives and livelihoods in defense of liberty. “Declaration 250” aims to restore the historical significance of this day by organizing a ceremonial re-signing of the Declaration at Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial, one of America’s most symbolic sites of unity and peace. 

The two-day celebration in the village of Put-In-Bay, Ohio, will feature tall ships, living history performances, keynote speakers and community leaders from across the nation. Nationally syndicated radio host, Hugh Hewitt, will be the master of ceremonies, and The Ohio State University Marching Band will perform. 

All members of the United State Congress will be invited to physically sign the ceremonial 250th anniversary Declaration of Independence. The event will culminate with a firework display. Schools, veterans, historical groups and civic organizations are encouraged to participate in this once-in-a-generation event.

See the latest details here.

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BiCEN+10

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JOIN THE PERRY GROUP for a chance at V.I.P. access to THE OHIO STATE
MARCHING BAND and the US NAVY FLEET BAND PERFORMANCES at PUT-INBAY as we commemorate BiCEN+10 on SEPT. 3

On Sunday Sept 3rd you will have a chance to get up close
and personal with the Ohio State Marching Band.
Four lucky individuals will win VIP access and a chance to Ride the ferry
to Put in Bay with the OSU Band and join the band as they march off the
ferry and parade through downtown. Raffle tickets are $20 each.
Winners of the raffle will be announced on Sept. 1, 2023 at 10am.
Become a member of the Perry Group members receive a Raffle ticket
with each new membership purchase before Sept. 1. There are individual, family
and business member options. All Perry Group new and existing members also will
receive free passage on the Jet Express to the 1813 Battle Site on Sept. 10th
to commemorate the 210th anniversary of the Battle of Lake Erie.
For a donation of $2500 individuals will receive a
LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP to the Perry Group (a $1000 value)
PLUS A GUARANTEED SPOT on the ferry and VIP seating at the concerts.
(Visit friendsofperry.org to join today)

Schedule of Events

1pm Put in Bay Antique Car Parade with members of the US Navy
2pm The Ohio State University Marching Band will arrive and parade through
downtown ending at the school. They will later assemble and form
the Ohio logo on the Perry’s Victory & International Peace
Memorial grounds.
4pm US Navy Fleet Band will perform at Perry’s Victory
& International Peace Memorial
6:30pm The Ohio State University Marching Band will parade through town and
return to Perry’s Victory & International Peace Memorial
7:30pm Ohio State University Band will perform in concert at Perry’s Victory
& International Peace Memorial
8pm The US Navy Fleet Band will perform at the Perry’s Victory
& International Peace Memorial
8:45pm Finale Fireworks Display
Events are Rain or Shine