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.
The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and religion among tribes and their early interactions with English colonizers in the exhibit galleries and through hands- on activities.
The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and religion among tribes and their early interactions with English colonizers in the exhibit galleries and through hands- on activities.
This month, to celebrate Special Education Day, we are reading I Am a Masterpiece! by Mia Armstrong, illustrated by Alexandra Thompson to discover how everyone is uniquely amazing in their own way. Stick around after to create your own self-portrait like Mia! This program will be repeated at 1 pm.
The Chesapeake Bay has always been an important resource for the people of Point Comfort. Its brackish waters are home to numerous species, including the vital, water filtering bivalve, the oyster. Join us for a talk by Bonnie Kersta from the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, followed by an exploration of oyster filtration tanks. Can’t join in […]
Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Learn about the establishment of the 3rd system, the role of the "Gibraltar of the Chesapeake" in local and national defense, and the diverse workforce constructing the largest fortification in the western hemisphere.
Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Learn about the establishment of the 3rd system, the role of the "Gibraltar of the Chesapeake" in local and national defense, and the diverse workforce constructing the largest fortification in the western hemisphere.
Black Heritage at Fort Monroe will explore some of the diverse and dynamic history found here at "Freedom's Fortress." All are welcome. Program expected to be about 1 hour in length and 2/3 mile in distance.
Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Learn about the establishment of the 3rd system, the role of the "Gibraltar of the Chesapeake" in local and national defense, and the diverse workforce constructing the largest fortification in the western hemisphere.
Black Heritage at Fort Monroe will explore some of the diverse and dynamic history found here at "Freedom's Fortress." All are welcome. Program expected to be about 1 hour in length and 2/3 mile in distance.
Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Learn about the establishment of the 3rd system, the role of the "Gibraltar of the Chesapeake" in local and national defense, and the diverse workforce constructing the largest fortification in the western hemisphere.
Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Learn about the establishment of the 3rd system, the role of the "Gibraltar of the Chesapeake" in local and national defense, and the diverse workforce constructing the largest fortification in the western hemisphere.
Black Heritage at Fort Monroe will explore some of the diverse and dynamic history found here at "Freedom's Fortress." All are welcome. Program expected to be about 1 hour in length and 2/3 mile in distance.
Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Learn about the establishment of the 3rd system, the role of the "Gibraltar of the Chesapeake" in local and national defense, and the diverse workforce constructing the largest fortification in the western hemisphere.
Black Heritage at Fort Monroe will explore some of the diverse and dynamic history found here at "Freedom's Fortress." All are welcome. Program expected to be about 1 hour in length and 2/3 mile in distance.
Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Learn about the establishment of the 3rd system, the role of the "Gibraltar of the Chesapeake" in local and national defense, and the diverse workforce constructing the largest fortification in the western hemisphere.
Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Learn about the establishment of the 3rd system, the role of the "Gibraltar of the Chesapeake" in local and national defense, and the diverse workforce constructing the largest fortification in the western hemisphere.
Black Heritage at Fort Monroe will explore some of the diverse and dynamic history found here at "Freedom's Fortress." All are welcome. Program expected to be about 1 hour in length and 2/3 mile in distance.
Join us on a ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Learn about the establishment of the 3rd system, the role of the "Gibraltar of the Chesapeake" in local and national defense, and the diverse workforce constructing the largest fortification in the western hemisphere.
Black Heritage at Fort Monroe will explore some of the diverse and dynamic history found here at "Freedom's Fortress." All are welcome. Program expected to be about 1 hour in length and 2/3 mile in distance.