Walking Tour: Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation

Sun Oct 26 2025 at 03:00 pm to 03:45 pm UTC-04:00

30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe, VA, United States, Virginia 23651 | Fort Monroe

Publisher/HostFort Monroe National Monument

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Walking Tour: Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation

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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.

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30 Ingalls Road, Fort Monroe, VA, United States, Virginia 23651

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