Plan Your Visit
Fort Monroe is a wonderful place to visit. If you are a history buff, nature lover or simply looking for a good meal, a day at Fort Monroe is unlike any other.
National Park Service

Scandals, monarchs and presidents!
Come hear the stories of Fort Monroe you won’t hear elsewhere, presented by our Museum Specialist.
Join us for a fascinating look at what was happening at Fort Monroe in 1881. This unique presentation will take you on a journey through time weaving together stories about the oddities of 19th century entertainment, scandalous marriage, a monarch’s visit, and the last months of the nation’s commander-in-chief. There is a little of everything for everyone, ripped from the newspapers headlines, and witnessed by the local community.
Can’t attend in person? Watch by live stream on our Facebook page: Fort Monroe at Old Point Comfort