Walking Tour: 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.
Tour forms on the plaza behind the visitor center.
Approximately 100 meters in total distance.

You may also like the following events from Fort Monroe National Monument:

• This Tuesday, 30th September, 01:00 pm, Walking Tour: From The Ground Up in Fort Monroe
• Next month, 18th October, 10:00 am, Walking Tour: Tree Tour of Fort Monroe - Searching High and Low for Cool Trees ( Two Hour Special) in Fort Monroe
• Next month, 24th October, 07:00 am, Fort Monroe Bird Walk in Fort Monroe