Battle of Lake Erie
Julian Oliver Davidon's epic painting of the "Battle of Lake Erie" is on display on the main floor. The masterpiece focuses on the climax of the Battle of Lake Erie. Painted from 1885–87, the artwork captures the Brig Niagara, "Crossing the T" and opening fire on both and thereby leading to the British surrender at Put-In-Bay, the first time in world history that an entire British squadron surrendered to their enemy.