Fort Meigs and the War of 1812" focuses on the themes of era, conflict, understanding and remembrance. These sections place the War of 1812 into the context of the times and explain Fort Meigs' role in the conflict. The original grand traverse is preserved within the interior of the fort, although erosion has reduced it from its original 14-foot height, and a reverse traverse was constructed to the original specifications by the OHS. Located at the corner of a nearby cemetery are the remains of an original mortar position laid by the British for use during the siege. Re-enactments Several re-enactments take place at Fort Meigs each year. They include: First Siege, a battle re-enactment portraying the events of the siege of Fort Meigs in May 1813, complete with American and British infantry and artillery. This event is held on Memorial Day weekend and is followed on Monday by a ceremony commemorating the fallen soldiers. Muster on the Maumee, a "timeline event" held at the fort on Father's Day weekend, includes military re-enactors from ancient Roman soldiers to the modern-era soldier. Independence Day, a re-enactment portraying the events on the Fourth of July in 1813. It includes toasts and an 18-gun salute. Garrison Ghost Walk, an event held on the last two weekends in October; a re-enactor guides visitors through the dark fort to tell ghost stories. References External links Fort Meigs Historic Site Fort Tours: Fort Meigs Meigs Meigs National Historic Landmarks in Ohio Military and war museums in Ohio Museums in Wood County, Ohio National Register of Historic Places in Wood County, Ohio Native American history of Ohio Museums of the War of 1812 Ohio History Connection Protected areas of Wood County, Ohio Parks in Ohio 1813 establishments in Ohio Meigs Perrysburg, Ohio