35 to 50 minutes (approx.)
Daily Tour
15 people
English
On this self-guided walking tour, you'll retrace the Battle of Fallen Timbers and hear real stories about how it unfolded. Hear from Tedd Long, writer and curator of Holy Toledo History. The Fallen Timbers Battlefield is one of the most historic sites in Northwest Ohio. It is where the Western Native American Confederation made its final stand in 1794. On this walking tour, Tedd will dive into the history and debunk a few of the myths surrounding the battle that led to the Treaty of Greenville in 1795 and opened the Northwest Territory to settlement. The tour starts at the Fallen Timbers Battlefield Metropark. You’ll walk around the Northwest Territory Trail and explore key locations on the battlefield. You’ll hear details about the famous skirmish here come alive with the voices of those who fought, and Tedd will also share some important modern-day discoveries about this historic conflict. With Tedd in your ear, you’ll walk away with a greater insight into this important event.
Step back in time as you explore one of Northwest Ohio’s most historic sites, the Fallen Timbers Battlefield. This is where the Western Native American Confederation made its final stand in 1794. Follow in the footsteps of the soldiers and warriors who fought in this pivotal battle that shaped the destiny of the region.
35 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Walk along the Northwest Territory Trail, tracing the path where the conflict unfolded on August 20, 1794. As you journey through this historic landscape, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the events that transpired here and their lasting impact on American history.
• Admission Ticket Free
Stand in awe of the Fallen Timbers Monument, erected to commemorate the brave souls who fought and fell during the battle. Learn about the significance of this monument and the role it plays in honoring the memory of those who fought for their beliefs.
• Admission Ticket Free