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Fort Laurens

To schedule your class visit please call 330-874-2059. Tours are offered Wednesday through Friday 10:00 to 5:00.

Fort Laurens was the site of Ohio's only Revolutionary War fort. Founded in 1778, it was intended as a supply outpost in a failed campaign to attack the British stronghold at Detroit. Besieged briefly in the winter of 1779, the fort's nearly starved inhabitants were relieved when the plan to attack Detroit never materialized. The fort was abandoned n August of 1779.
The Fort Laurens museum details the history of the military campaign and includes items unearthed at the site. The tomb of Ohio's unknown patriot, a memorial to the heroes of the American Revolution, also is located Fort Laurens.

Facilities Information
Chaperones: one adult per 15 students.
The museum and restrooms are wheelchair accessible.

Some assistance may be needed on the grounds.

Picnic shelters are available for eating lunch. Restrooms are located near the shelter. Many schools bring outdoor games to play during the lunch period.

Fort Laurens is sometimes coupled with a tour of nearby Zoar Village or Schoenbrunn.

Museum Shop on site
There is a Museum Shop on site. Extra time should be allowed for shopping.

Hours of Operation
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Wednesday - Saturday
12:00 - 5:00 p.m., Sunday

Costs
Students $3.00
Chaperones $3.00

Scheduling Information
To schedule a tour please call 330-874-2059 or 1-800-283-8914 or email us at fortlaurens@wilkshire.net

Location
Fort Laurens is at the south edge of Bolivar, in Tuscarawas County, at 11067 Ft. Laurens Rd. (County Road 102) about 1/2 mile south of State Route 212. Exit I-77 at State Route 212 (Exit 93).



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Bus Driver's Instructions
Buses should drop students off at the parking area in front of the museum.

Bus parking is in the lot.

If you will be delayed in arriving at your appointed time, please call 330-874-2059 or 1-800-283-8914.

Bus drivers admitted free into Fort Laurens.