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.
Its 400-plus years of rich history have made Fort Monroe a unique and diverse place to explore. Surrounded by water, the location has long been chosen by military forces as a strategic point from which to protect our country.
Fort Monroe has Breathtaking views of the Chesapeake Bay, a lovely waterfront landscape and plenty of open space to accommodate both large and intimate guest lists.
For at least 400 years, the point of land known as Old Point Comfort that now includes Fort Monroe has served as the key defensive site at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay
The Fort Monroe Authority collects and cares for objects and archival materials representing the history of the inhabitants of the land currently occupied by the Authority.
Books are the doorways to fantastical places! Bring some of your favorite books to life through themed activities that are sure to inspire your imagination as we celebrate National Book Month.
This month in honor of National Book Month, we are reading Lost in the Library, written by Josh Funk, and illustrated by Stevie Lewis, the story of lions Patience and Fortitude’s adventure in the library. Stick around after to create your own adventure with a flip book craft! Advance reservations are not required. This program […]
The Fort Monroe Authority Board of Trustees Executive Committee will hold an all virtual meeting on Friday, October 18 at 9 am. The meeting will be open to the public for a brief period for public comment at the beginning of the meeting. Following public comment, the Executive Committee will go into closed session in […]
Join us for a walking tour to explore some of the unexplainable phenomenon surrounding historic Fort Monroe. The Ghost Walk at Fort Monroe is back for it's 10th year!! This year we are getting back in to the classic haunting tales of Fort Monroe! Come along as we explore some of our most iconic ghost […]
Visit Fort Monroe on the 3rd Saturday of the month from March to November and you will have the opportunity to "leaf" with a greater appreciation of some of our magnificent trees. Hampton Roads Master Gardeners Club Tree Stewards will conduct a 30-45 minute walk exploring the variety of trees inside the fort.
Join us for a walking tour to explore some of the unexplainable phenomenon surrounding historic Fort Monroe. The Ghost Walk at Fort Monroe is back for it's 10th year!! This year we are getting back in to the classic haunting tales of Fort Monroe! Come along as we explore some of our most iconic ghost […]
Join us for a walking tour to explore some of the unexplainable phenomenon surrounding historic Fort Monroe. The Ghost Walk at Fort Monroe is back for it's 10th year!! This year we are getting back in to the classic haunting tales of Fort Monroe! Come along as we explore some of our most iconic ghost […]
It’s time to play! Learn and engage with various toys and games that indigenous tribes would play with their families. All activities are inspired by North American indigenous culture to celebrate Native American Heritage Month.
This month, to celebrate Native American Heritage Month, we are reading Remember by Joy Harjo, illustrated by Michaela Goade to reflect on the wonder of the world around us, and our place in it. Stick around after to create a woven bowl craft! This program will be repeated at 1 pm.