Tag Archive: Fort Monroe

Sankofa’s International Day of Remembrance

January 23, 2025 4:40 pm Published by

Join the Sankofa Projects as they educate and celebrate the richness and diversity of the African diaspora and bring awareness to this tragic chapter in American and global history. The program includes African drumming, songs, dance, poetry, historical presentations, and...

99th Annual Hampton Cup Regatta

January 23, 2025 11:39 am Published by

North America’s oldest continuously run hydroplane boat race is back for its 97th year! Enjoy a children’s area, food vendors, Bay Education, and environmental exhibits—East Mercury Bridge at Fort Monroe.

Special Event: Youth Black Culture Fest 2025

January 22, 2025 10:47 am Published by

The Fort Monroe Authority, The Fort Monroe Foundation, Dominion Energy, Hampton Chapter of Jack and Jill of America Inc., Essential Family Services, and the William Tucker 1624 Society present Youth Black Culture Fest at Fort Monroe on Saturday, February 8,...

Fort Friends

January 16, 2025 11:21 am Published by

Brrrrr, let’s bring winter inside! Enjoy winter themed sensory bins and play with real ‘snow’, snowman making is encouraged. Let’s investigate! In this “caregiver and me” style program, adults and children will get to interact and engage with various themed...

Group walking tour led by NPS Park Ranger at Fort Monroe

Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation

January 9, 2025 10:44 am Published by

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

January 9, 2025 10:39 am Published by

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...