Events
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Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center 30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe, VA, United StatesJoin 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"...
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Knowledgeable Minds and Skilled Hands
Join us for a fascinating tour where we will bring to light the little-known stories of those who shaped the history at Fort Monroe and beyond. We’ll share the wide-ranging...
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Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center 30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe, VA, United StatesJoin 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"...
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AGHCA Heritage Day
FeaturedAberdeen Gardens Museum 55 North Mary Peake Boulevard, Hampton, VA, United StatesCome hear the history of Aberdeen Gardens, the stories of the people who lived there and those who live there now. Heritage Day is an opportunity for the entire family...
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Lift-Off Library Storytime
FeaturedVirginia Air & Space Science Center 600 Settlers Landing Rd, Hampton, VA, United StatesJoin us Saturday, July 26 from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM for a special story time with Shelby Hunt as she reads Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly. This interactive...
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Common Soldier in the American Civil War
FeaturedFort Monroe Parade Ground 41 Bernard Road, Fort Monroe, VirginiaJoin us to learn more about the common soldier, their equipment, and experience during the American Civil War. This program includes historic weapons firing demonstrations. This program will last about...
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Shifting Sands: A Journey Through Time on this Spit of Land
This one-hour tour explores the pre-revolutionary history of Point Comfort and highlights its importance due to its proximity to the waterways. Participants will hear about Indigenous use of the land,...
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Let’s Fiesta at the Park
FeaturedMill Point Park 100 Eaton Street, Hampton, VA, United StatesSpice up your summer with Fiesta at the Park — a vibrant evening of dancing, music, and authentic Latin flavors in the heart of Downtown Hampton! 💃 Get on the...
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Block Party Unplugged
Featured Downtown Hampton Block PartyQueens Way Queens Way, Hampton, VA, United StatesJoin us for Block Party Unplugged, a summer music series bringing live acoustic vibes to the heart of Downtown Hampton! More Summer Concerts
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Living History Program–The Fort Monroe Canoe Project
Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center 30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe, VA, United StatesThe Fort Monroe Canoe Project is a year-long project to craft dugout canoes. Join Historic Interpreters Fallon Burner and Russell Reed for a living history program to learn how Virginia...
