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Fort Friends: Pirates and Mermaids
Fort Friends: Pirates and Mermaids
Caregiver and me program – sensory exploration and more! Takes place in the Visitor & Education Center. No reservation required. This month’s theme is Pirates and Mermaids.
Black History Guided Walking Tour
Black History Guided Walking Tour
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 impact of Black labor and the full force their knowledge and experience had on America. With a special behind-the-scenes visit, we will see up-close the...
Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
A free, ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Weekly on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. 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.
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Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival
Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival
Welcome to the Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival Join us February 27-March 2, 2025, Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival at the Hampton Roads Convention Center! Please join us as we celebrate the 36th annual Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival. The Merchants Mall will feature everything for quilt, fiber, wearable & textile artists, and home sewers. In addition, MAQF will present the finest collection...
Pour Paint & Pints at Oozlefinch
Pour Paint & Pints at Oozlefinch
Let your creativity flow as you sip on delicious craft beers and create your masterpiece. Join us for a fun-filled evening of painting and socializing with fellow art enthusiasts, taught by our very own Renee! She will show you how to "Dutch Pour," and each person's piece will be completely unique. Grab your friends and...
Jae Sinnett – Hampton Roads Jazz Lecture Series
Jae Sinnett – Hampton Roads Jazz Lecture Series
Hampton Roads Jazz presents “Jazz Rhythmic Sensibilities by Jae Sinnett, Host/Producer “Sinnett in Session,” Drummer/Composer/Educator.
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Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival
Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival
Welcome to the Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival Join us February 27-March 2, 2025, Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival at the Hampton Roads Convention Center! Please join us as we celebrate the 36th annual Mid-Atlantic Quilt Festival. The Merchants Mall will feature everything for quilt, fiber, wearable & textile artists, and home sewers. In addition, MAQF will present the finest collection...
Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
A free, ranger-led walking tour to explore the history of Fort Monroe. Weekly on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. 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
Black Heritage at Fort Monroe
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. Held weekly on Friday & Saturday at 1 pm from January 24 to March 22, 2025; See schedule for...

