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. This tour is also offered at 3 pm.
Explore some dynamic history on a ranger-led walk to discover "Freedom's Fortress." 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. This tour is also offered at 3 pm.
Join us on a ranger-led walk to explore and learn about some of the individually listed buildings on the National Register. Discover how these locations contribute the "building" of Fort Monroe "From the Ground Up." Comfortable footwear and water are recommended. Exterior views of the included structures only.
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. This tour is also offered at 3 pm.
Explore some dynamic history on a ranger-led walk to discover "Freedon's Fortress." 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. This tour is also offered at 3 pm.
Explore some dynamic history on a ranger-led walk to discover "Freedon's Fortress." 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. This tour is also offered at 3 pm.
Notice is hereby given of a special virtual meeting of the Fort Monroe Authority Board of Trustees on Friday, October 31, 2025 at 12:30 pm. The purpose of this meeting is to convene a closed session to discuss and begin evaluation of the Landscape Action Plan Design firms. Members of the public that would […]
Join us on a ranger-led walk to explore and learn about some of the individually listed buildings on the National Register. Discover how these locations contribute the "building" of Fort Monroe "From the Ground Up." Comfortable footwear and water are recommended. Exterior views of the included structures only.
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.
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. Let’s investigate! In this “caregiver and me” style program, adults and children will get to interact and engage with various […]
Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and […]
Join Historic Interpreters Fallon Burner and Russell Reed for a living history program to learn how Virginia Indigenous people crafted dugout canoes. Featuring Craft Demonstrations, Artifact Reproductions & Interactive Activities The Fort Monroe Canoe Project is a year-long project to craft dugout canoes. Support Provided by the Fort Monroe Foundation and Newport News Shipbuilding, a […]
Join us for a Veterans Day Ceremony & Celebration! Starting at 10:00am in Continental Park at Fort Monroe, there will be a celebration of our nation’s veterans with exhibits, entertainment, food trucks, living history interpreters and activities for all ages. Our Veterans Recognition Ceremony at 11:00am will feature the Joint Base Langley Eustis Honor Guard, […]
Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and […]
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.
Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and […]
The Fort Monroe Authority Board of Trustees Finance Committee will meet virtually on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 12 noon. Members of the public may view the meeting. Please email Phyllis Terrell, Director of Communications at pterrell@fortmonroe.org if you would like to attend this meeting. 11.13.25 FMA Finance Committee Meeting Agenda and Documents
Join Historic Interpreters Fallon Burner and Russell Reed for a living history program to learn how Virginia Indigenous people crafted dugout canoes. Featuring Craft Demonstrations, Artifact Reproductions & Interactive Activities The Fort Monroe Canoe Project is a year-long project to craft dugout canoes. Support Provided by the Fort Monroe Foundation and Newport News Shipbuilding, a […]
Join Katrina Wood from the Hampton Public Library for a FREE pop-up program at the Casemate Museum! Learn how to use Sunlight and Pre-Treated Paper to create a Photograph called a Cyanotype, No Camera Needed! This is a Partner Program with Hampton Public Library.
Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and […]
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.
Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and […]
The Fort Monroe Authority Board of Trustees will meet on November 18, 2025 at 1 pm. The location for this meeting will be at the Virginia Marine Resources Commission office located at 380 Fenwick Road. This meeting is open to the public. Agenda and Documents 11.20.25
Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and […]
Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and […]
Celebrate the original stewards of this land with a FREE guided tour every Wednesday and Saturday in November.Starting Wednesday November 5th explore with us the Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom.The Powhatan Chiefdom controlled a vast landscape and maintained power over many tribes. This program will explore the intersectionality of politics, economics, culture and […]
The West Bastion connecting the pedestrian bridge (postern gate) outside of the Visitor & Education Center (VEC) to the interior of the fort is closed to pedestrian traffic through mid-February 2026.
For groups of 10 or more planning to visit Fort Monroe please email visit@fortmonroe.org or call 757-690-8181