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...
Hampton will offer outstanding ship-watching opportunities from 9:00am to noon as tall ships, many in full sail, make their way to the harbors of Norfolk for Sail250 Virginia! This milestone maritime festival – Sail250® Virginia – will include more than...
Oozlefinch Beers & Blending, in partnership with Hampton Convention & Visitors Bureau and HamptonVA250, is proud to present a special multi-month screening series of The American Revolution, the acclaimed PBS documentary series by legendary filmmaker Ken Burns. Spanning January through July 2026,...
On May 22, 2026, history returns to the place where tangible freedom first broke open. The Emerging History of the American Contrabands is a two-day national symposium at Fort Monroe—the site where self-emancipated men and women forced the United States...
What’s buzzin’? That’s the sound of our garden-based sensory play where you can plant a seed in a completely compostable pot. Let’s investigate! In this “caregiver and me” style program, adults and children will get to interact and engage with...
On March 7 from 10 am to 4 pm we will host the NY 99th Volunteer Infantry, Company D, for a living history program commemorating the Battle of Hampton Roads, which took place on March 9, 1862, in the waters...
Prepare for an exhilarating day of hands-on discovery and cultural celebration as the Youth Black Culture Fest returns to Fort Monroe! This dynamic event, completely free and open to the public, offers visitors aged 5 and up a unique opportunity...
Join us at Freedom’s Fortress to experience history where it happened. Take a walk in the steps of those whose actions resulted in the 1861 contraband decision, and hear how freedom seekers, despite peril to themselves and families, began the...
Join us to explore the night sky viewing galaxies, and star clusters over Fort Monroe. No experience or equipment is needed. Telescopes and expert guides provided. Bring yourself and your curiosity for a rewarding opportunity. This program will be held...
Arrrrrg matey! Join our fantasy station based play, themed around pirates and mermaids. It’ll be a fin-tastic time! Let’s investigate! In this “caregiver and me” style program, adults and children will get to interact and engage with various themed activities...
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