Week of Events
Monday, January 26, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
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Featured January 28, 2026 -Featured Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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Featured January 28, 2026 -Featured Walking Tour: From the Ground Up
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. Admission is free. Tours begin at the entrance...
Walking Tour: From the Ground Up
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. Admission is free. Tours begin at the...
Thursday, January 29, 2026
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Featured January 29, 2026 -Featured Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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Featured January 29, 2026 -Featured Finding “Freedom’s Fortress”
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. Admission is free. Tours begin at the entrance...
Finding “Freedom’s Fortress”
Explore some dynamic history on a ranger-led walk to discover “Freedom’s Fortress.” The tour begins at the entrance to the Casemate Museum located at 20 Bernard Road. Free admission. Program is expected to be about 1 hour in length and 2/3 mile in distance. Free. Thursday & Saturday at 1 PM.
Friday, January 30, 2026
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Featured January 30, 2026 -Featured Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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Featured January 30, 2026 -Featured Jurassic Quest
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Featured January 30, 2026 -Featured Walking Tour: From the Ground Up
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. Admission is free. Tours begin at the entrance...
Jurassic Quest
Embark on a journey where North America’s largest moving, roaring, and breathing dinosaurs come alive in a fully immersive walk-through experience. Discovery awaits at every turn as families dig for fossils, meet adorable baby dinos, ride life-sized giants, and let their creativity soar in our LEGO®-themed play zones.
Walking Tour: From the Ground Up
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. Admission is free. Tours begin at the...
Saturday, January 31, 2026
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Featured January 31, 2026 -Featured Jurassic Quest
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Featured January 31, 2026 -Featured Opening: Hampton Arts League 2026 Member Exhibition
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Featured January 31, 2026 -Featured Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
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Featured January 31, 2026 -Featured Finding “Freedom’s Fortress”
Jurassic Quest
Embark on a journey where North America’s largest moving, roaring, and breathing dinosaurs come alive in a fully immersive walk-through experience. Discovery awaits at every turn as families dig for fossils, meet adorable baby dinos, ride life-sized giants, and let their creativity soar in our LEGO®-themed play zones.
Opening: Hampton Arts League 2026 Member Exhibition
Hampton Arts League 2026 Member Exhibition runs from January 31 – March 28, 2026; Awards / Reception on Feb. 7 The Hampton Arts League Member Exhibition presents the artwork of The Charles H. Taylor visual Arts Center’s member organization showcasing both emerging and established artists working in a variety of media. This diverse exhibition represents...
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. Admission is free. Tours begin at the entrance...
Finding “Freedom’s Fortress”
Explore some dynamic history on a ranger-led walk to discover “Freedom’s Fortress.” The tour begins at the entrance to the Casemate Museum located at 20 Bernard Road. Free admission. Program is expected to be about 1 hour in length and 2/3 mile in distance. Free. Thursday & Saturday at 1 PM.
Sunday, February 1, 2026
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Featured February 1, 2026 -Featured Jurassic Quest
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Featured February 1, 2026 -Featured Living History Program–The Fort Monroe Canoe Project
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Featured February 1, 2026 -Featured Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation
Jurassic Quest
Embark on a journey where North America’s largest moving, roaring, and breathing dinosaurs come alive in a fully immersive walk-through experience. Discovery awaits at every turn as families dig for fossils, meet adorable baby dinos, ride life-sized giants, and let their creativity soar in our LEGO®-themed play zones.
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. Admission is free. Tours begin at the entrance...
