Can you hear it? That’s the sounds of music and dance! Make your own instruments so you can create and dance to your own music. All activities are inspired by African art and culture to commemorate African Landing Day.

Take a walk with us and engage in the stories of the people who created pathways of opportunity for others. Walk in their footsteps and experience the historical sites where their legacies live on.  Free admission.  Advance registration is not required.  Tours are weather permitting.

Photo Credit:  WYDaily Tonight's performance will be the Wolph Band from Gloucester.  This group of young adults has been jamming for a few years and love playing covers of Grateful Dead songs.  The group has performed in Nashville, Williamsburg, Richmond and have upcoming shows in Johnstown, PA, here in Hampton, and at Hampden Sydney University. […]

Take a walk with us and engage in the stories of the people who created pathways of opportunity for others. Walk in their footsteps and experience the historical sites where their legacies live on.  Free admission.  Advance registration is not required.  Tours are weather permitting.

This month in honor of African Landing Day, we are reading Your Name is a Song by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow and illustrated by Luisa Uribe, showcasing the beauty in every name as a little girl’s mother teaches her the musicality of African, Asian, Black-American, Latinx and Middle Eastern names! After, spend some time with us to create […]

This month in honor of African Landing Day, we are reading Your Name is a Song by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow and illustrated by Luisa Uribe, showcasing the beauty in every name as a little girl’s mother teaches her the musicality of African, Asian, Black-American, Latinx and Middle Eastern names! After, spend some time with us to create […]

Take a walk with us and engage in the stories of the people who created pathways of opportunity for others. Walk in their footsteps and experience the historical sites where their legacies live on.  Free admission.  Advance registration is not required.  Tours are weather permitting.

TONIGHT'S CONCERT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE INCLEMENT WEATHER (RAIN, WINDY CONDITIONS AND FLOOD WATCH) WE ARE EXPERIENCING FROM TROPICAL STORM DEBBY.  PLEASE STAY SAFE EVERYONE! Tonight's performers are the US Army TRADOC Big Band from Joint Base Langley-Eustis.  The band will perform classics from the swing era. Bring your own picnic, chairs, and […]

Take a walk with us and engage in the stories of the people who created pathways of opportunity for others. Walk in their footsteps and experience the historical sites where their legacies live on.  Free admission.  Advance registration is not required.  Tours are weather permitting.

Take a walk with us and engage in the stories of the people who created pathways of opportunity for others. Walk in their footsteps and experience the historical sites where their legacies live on.  Free admission.  Advance registration is not required.  Tours are weather permitting.

Tonight's performers are the Chisman Creek Band, a group of musicians from Yorktown & Newport News playing contemporary music with an Americana vibe. Bring your own picnic, chairs, and blankets to enjoy summer sunsets by the Chesapeake Bay along with the sweet sounds of some of the region’s most talented performers. Large groups welcome. Drop-off […]

Join us to explore the night sky viewing galaxies, and star clusters over Fort Monroe. No experience or equipment is needed. Telescopes and expert guides provided. Bring yourself and your curiosity for a rewarding opportunity.   This program will be held on Walker Airfield near the Colonies RV and Travel Park.  Weather permitting.  Registration is NOT […]

Take a walk with us and engage in the stories of the people who created pathways of opportunity for others. Walk in their footsteps and experience the historical sites where their legacies live on.  Free admission.  Advance registration is not required.  Tours are weather permitting.

Take a walk with us and engage in the stories of the people who created pathways of opportunity for others. Walk in their footsteps and experience the historical sites where their legacies live on.  Free admission.  Advance registration is not required.  Tours are weather permitting.

The Landing of the First Africans to English North America The first Africans, kidnapped and brought to English North America, came from the kingdoms of Kongo, and Ndongo and Matamba, the two largest states in central Africa ruled by an elected King chosen from a line of royal lineages. The highly advanced societies were invaded […]

Take a walk with us and engage in the stories of the people who created pathways of opportunity for others. Walk in their footsteps and experience the historical sites where their legacies live on.  Free admission.  Advance registration is not required.  Tours are weather permitting.

This year Harvest Market at @oozlefinchbeers is expanding its footprint with MORE VENDORS, and you’ll now see us WEEKLY! We will have new hot food options, new faces and more local produce than ever before.  Markets are rain or shine unless weather is severe. Look for any necessary updates on our website and social media.