Gibraltar of the Chesapeake and the Building of a Nation

Park Event · Fort Monroe National Monument · Jun 1, 2026 – Aug 31, 2026 · 11:00 AM–11:45 AM

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.

Source: National Park Service (public domain).