Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation

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Date:
October 25, 2025
Time:
11:00 AM
3:00 PM
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A park ranger leads a group of people on a bridge tour near a historic stone fort and moat. The scene is sunny, conveying a sense of exploration.

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.

Free | Daily at 11 AM & 3 PM

*This program not available during the federal government shutdown. FORT MONROE REMAINS OPEN during the federal shutdown. See FortMonroe.org for more info & updates.

Venue

Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center
30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe, VA, 23651