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 Friday, 5th September, 01:00 pm, Walking Tour: From The Ground Up in Fort Monroe
• This Saturday, 6th September, 01:00 pm, Walking Tour: Finding "Freedom's Fortress" in Fort Monroe
• This month, 20th September, 10:00 am, Walking Tour: Tree Tour of Fort Monroe - Bounty of the Trees: Seeds and Fruit in Fort Monroe