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World's Most Massive Doric Column: world record in Put-In-Bay, Ohio

May 15, 2023
World's Most Massive Doric Column: world record in Put-In-Bay, Ohio

Put-In-Bay, Ohio, United States--Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial is in downtown Put-in-Bay; this 352 ft. monument commemorates Commodore Perry's victory at the battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812; the 352-foot-high monument resembles a doric column and commemorates Commodore Perry's War of 1812 victory at the battle of Lake Erie; it sets the world record for being the World's Most Massive Doric Column, according to th WORLD RECORD ACADEMY.

World's Most Massive Doric Column: world record in Put-In-Bay, Ohio

"352-foot-high monument resembles a doric column and commemorates Commodore Perry's War of 1812 victory at the battle of Lake Erie. Completed in 1915. Observation deck closed in 2009, reopened in 2012, closed in 2016, reopened in 2018.


"Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial is in downtown Put-in-Bay. This 352 ft. monument commemorates Commodore Perry's victory at the battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812," the Roadside America reports.


"It is recognized as the world's most massive doric column. It has an observation deck, but it has been under renovation."

World's Most Massive Doric Column: world record in Put-In-Bay, Ohio

"Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial commemorates the Battle of Lake Erie that took place near Ohio's South Bass Island, in which Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry led a fleet to victory in one of the most decisive naval battles to occur in the War of 1812. Located on an isthmus on the island, the memorial also celebrates the lasting peace between Britain, Canada, and the United States that followed the war," the Wikipedia says.

"A 352-foot (107 m) monument — the world's tallest Doric column — was constructed in Put-in-Bay, Ohio by a multi-state commission from 1912 to 1915 "to inculcate the lessons of international peace by arbitration and disarmament." The memorial was designed after an international competition from which the winning design by Joseph H. Freelander and A.D. Seymour was chosen.

"The Doric Column is the only international peace memorial in the United States National Park System and stands 47 feet taller than the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor. The upper deck platform is 12 feet higher than the statue of Liberty's torch."

World's Most Massive Doric Column: world record in Put-In-Bay, Ohio

"The 352-foot-tall Perry’s Victory & International Peace Memorial honors those who fought and died during the Battle of Lake Erie in 1813, as well as the War of 1812. Admire this column from the ground, or take an elevator to the top and check out the observation deck," the Travel Inspired Living says.


"Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial honors those who fought and died during the Battle of Lake Erie in 1813, as well as the War of 1812. It was during this battle that Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry raised the flag bearing the famous words, “Don’t Give Up the Ship” that has become a creed of encouragement, determination and honor among the US Navy.


"Today, Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial serves as the only international peace memorial in the National Park System. It also celebrates the continued peace between Britain, Canada and the United States and the longest lasting peaceful border between two countries that were once at war, Canada and the United States."

World's Most Massive Doric Column: world record in Put-In-Bay, Ohio

"Erected between 1912 and 1915, the monument to Perry’s victory is one of the tallest monuments in the United States, appearing on the US quarter in 2013 (and Perry, of course, is the namesake of Commodore Perry IPA by the Great Lakes Brewing Co.) the Atlas Obscura reports.


"You can ascend over 350 feet to the top of the column to get a wide view of Lake Erie, as well as some of the Canadian islands to the north. The monument museum also has plenty more information about Perry, the battle and the War of 1812.


"There are three flags just outside the monument, one American, one Canadian, one British, all hung at the same height to symbolize the lasting peace between the countries. But thanks to the colossal column just behind them, no one will ever forget who the best fighter on Lake Erie was that day."

World's Most Massive Doric Column: world record in Put-In-Bay, Ohio

"Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial is the most striking Monument on Put-In-Bay. This massive doric column rises 352 feet above the skyline! The monument is a nod to Oliver Hazard Perry’s victory in the War of 1812. Additionally, the national monument serves as a reminder of lasting peace between the US, Canada and Great Britain. Perry’s Monument is well-known across the entire Great Lakes Region for commemorating the lessons of international peace learned by the British and American fleet," the official website says.


"The observation deck allows you to see the United States and Canada border. A quick fun-fact you probably didn’t know is that the Lake Erie border between the US and Canada is the longest undefended border in the World!From here, nearly all of the Lake Erie islands can be spotted on a clear today. It is even possible to see Canada! The views are amazing.


"A trip to Put-In-Bay is not complete without a trip to Perry’s Victory Monument. The history and the beauty of the grounds owned and managed b the National Park Service(NPS). Come visit and enjoy one of the tallest monuments in the United States. The Statue of Liberty and the Washington Monument are other Park Rangers can assist in tours to the top observation deck. The large rotunda offers a brief history lesson and tribute to the late Commodore Perry and other American officers. British Officers are remembered as well."

World's Most Massive Doric Column: world record in Put-In-Bay, Ohio

"Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial was established to honor those who fought in the Battle of Lake Erie, during the War of 1812, and to celebrate the long-lasting peace among Great Britain, Canada and the U.S.


"The Memorial, a Doric column, rising 352 feet over Lake Erie is situated 5 miles from the longest undefended border in the world," the National Park Service says.


"Perry Education days is currently being planned for the Spring of 2023. Most of the activities are being planned to be in-person. If you would like a virtual visit please send us an e-mail to
e-mail us, so we can schedule and plan for your virtual visit."

World's Most Massive Doric Column: world record in Put-In-Bay, Ohio

"Located on South Bass Island in the bustling summer town of Put-In-Bay, you’ll find a massive column that commemorates an important time in Ohio history, Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial. It’s situated 5 miles from the longest undefended border in the world, according to nps.gov," the Only In Your State reports.

"The monument honors Master Commandant Oliver Hazard Perry, who won one of the biggest victories in The War of 1812. It also serves to celebrate the lasting peace between Britain, Canada, and the United States that followed the war.


"This 352-ft. memorial became part of the National Park System in 1936 and was declared a National Monument by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The monument is officially the world's largest doric column and can easily be seen from miles and miles away."

World's Most Massive Doric Column: world record in Put-In-Bay, Ohio

"On a clear day at the top of Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial, you can see each of the Lake Erie Islands, including the ones in nearby Canada. The observation deck is too high to hear noise from the streets of Put-in-Bay below, and the tourists seem to move in silence. Lake Erie appears even more massive from this height. It is peaceful and impressive.


"The 352-foot Doric column is the third-tallest monument in the National Park Service (only the Washington Monument and the Gateway Arch in St. Louis are taller) and the most iconic feature of South Bass Island," the Ohio Magazine reports.


"The monument is the biggest attraction on the island, according to Maggie Beckford, the recently retired director of the Put-in-Bay Chamber of Commerce. She will be working as a park ranger at the site this summer."

World's Most Massive Doric Column: world record in Put-In-Bay, Ohio

Reviews from TripAdvisor

"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."

"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!"

"Great views and lots of history. Need reservation of time."

"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."

"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."

World's Most Massive Doric Column: world record in Put-In-Bay, Ohio

World's Most Massive Doric Column: Put-In-Bay, Ohio


Perry's Victory and International Peace Memorial

Address: 93 Delaware Ave., Put-in-Bay, OH

Coordinates: 41.6529, -82.8130

Facebook: Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial

Directions: On South Bass Island (which is connected to the mainland), in Put-in-Bay, downtown.

Admission: Free to look. Pay to ride elevator to the top

website: Put-in-Bay Online      |        2023 Historic Weekend

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