Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center 30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe
Week of Events
Monday, August 25, 2025
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Featured August 25, 2025 -Featured Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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Featured August 25, 2025 -Featured Black Heritage at Fort Monroe
Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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...
Black Heritage at Fort Monroe
Black Heritage at Fort Monroe will explore some of the dynamic history found here at "Freedom's Fortress." Sunday - Tuesday at 1 PM | Free All are welcome. Guided walking tour led by Fort Monroe NPS. Program expected to be about 1 hour in length and 2/3 mile in distance.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
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Featured August 26, 2025 -Featured Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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Featured August 26, 2025 -Featured Black Heritage at Fort Monroe
Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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...
Black Heritage at Fort Monroe
Black Heritage at Fort Monroe will explore some of the dynamic history found here at "Freedom's Fortress." Sunday - Tuesday at 1 PM | Free All are welcome. Guided walking tour led by Fort Monroe NPS. Program expected to be about 1 hour in length and 2/3 mile in distance.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
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Featured August 27, 2025 -Featured Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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Featured August 27, 2025 -Featured Prominence and Power of the Powhatan Chiefdom
Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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...
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 religion among tribes and their early interactions with English colonizers in the exhibit galleries and through hands-on activities. FREE hour long, guided walking tour. Moderate activity level, with limited places to...
Thursday, August 28, 2025
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Featured August 28, 2025 -Featured Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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Featured August 28, 2025 -Featured Shoulder to Shoulder: A Legacy For All
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Featured August 28, 2025 -Featured Phoebus Summer Movie Nights
Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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...
Shoulder to Shoulder: A Legacy For All
Join us for an exciting tour where we will celebrate the contributions of women to the history, culture and community of Fort Monroe. The stories highlight the collective strength and influence of women over time, impacting the daily lives of soldiers and families, in defense of our nation. This tour will explore what it takes to...
Phoebus Summer Movie Nights
Summers Were Made for The Movies! Experience the magic of American movie classics in our cool, hip, historical theatre complete with state-of-the-art silver screen. A perfect outing for friends and families at a perfect price! Sponsored by: The Phoebus Partnership. July 3: Top Gun July 10: The Goonies July 17: Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark July...
Friday, August 29, 2025
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Featured August 29, 2025 -Featured Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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Featured August 29, 2025 -Featured Knowledgeable Minds and Skilled Hands
Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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...
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 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...
Saturday, August 30, 2025
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Featured August 30, 2025 -Featured Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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Featured August 30, 2025 -Featured Shifting Sands: A Journey Through Time on this Spit of Land
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Featured August 30, 2025 -Featured Block Party Unplugged
Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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...
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, the first fortifications and role in colonial trade, culminating in the stories of early freedom seekers. The tour begins at the visitor center and participants...
Block Party Unplugged
Join us for Block Party Unplugged, a summer music series bringing live acoustic vibes to the heart of Downtown Hampton! More Summer Concerts
Sunday, August 31, 2025
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Featured August 31, 2025 -Featured Living History Program–The Fort Monroe Canoe Project
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Featured August 31, 2025 -Featured Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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Featured August 31, 2025 -Featured Black Heritage at Fort Monroe
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Featured August 31, 2025 -Featured Groovin’ By the Bay
Living History Program–The Fort Monroe Canoe Project
The 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 Indigenous people crafted dugout canoes. Featuring Craft Demonstrations, Artifact Reproductions & Interactive Activities. Support Provided by the Fort Monroe Foundation and Newport News Shipbuilding, a...
Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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...
Black Heritage at Fort Monroe
Black Heritage at Fort Monroe will explore some of the dynamic history found here at "Freedom's Fortress." Sunday - Tuesday at 1 PM | Free All are welcome. Guided walking tour led by Fort Monroe NPS. Program expected to be about 1 hour in length and 2/3 mile in distance.
Groovin’ By the Bay
Sunday evenings will be rockin' in Downtown Hampton this summer with a musical mix including Motown, oldies, swing and beach rock. Listen and Dance while enjoying the music along the water at Mill Point Park. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets (along with their dancing shoes). Each week will also host one...