Fort Algernoune, 1609 Celebration & Conference, Hampton, Va.
The Fort Monroe Federal Area Development Authority (FMFADA) will host “Fort Algernoune, 1609: Colonial Virginia’s Maritime Rim,” a celebration and conference commemorating the 400th anniversary of Anglo-America’s first coastal fortification. Taking place at various sites on Fort Monroe, the headquarters for the US Army Training and Doctrine Command, the event will feature national lecturers and speakers, as well as optional activities such as a visit to Fort Wool and a ride on the Miss Hampton II harbor cruise boat.
The celebration begins at 4 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 16, with an Army Retreat Ceremony on Fort Monroe’s parade ground, home to the ancient Algernoune Live Oak. The event will include a US Citizen Naturalization ceremony, with a reception at the Casemate Museum immediately following. Participants will have an opportunity to view the museum’s new historical exhibit on Fort Algernoune.
The weekend wraps on Sunday, Oct. 18 with several optional choices for conference attendees, including an elegant Sunday brunch at the restored 1928 Chamberlin dining room overlooking the Hampton Roads harbor and two optional tours. The tours consist of a Miss Hampton II harbor excursion to Fort Wool or a land tour of Fort Boykin and other historic sites along the James River.
Contact: www.fmfada.com.
Location: Hampton, Va.
