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Cape Henry MemorialView of the Cape Henry Memorial from one of the Lighthouse towers
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Cape Henry Memorial
Operating Hours & Seasons
 

Cape Henry is open year round.  It is recommended that all visitation be conducted between the hours of dawn to dusk.

Because Cape Henry is located on Fort Story Military Reservation it may be closed during periods of heightened National Security.  Be prepared to stop at the entrance gate and have your drivers license ready.  All vehicles are subject to inspection.

 

 
Sailing ship on a stormy sea  

Did You Know?
Before the Old Cape Henry Lighthouse was built in 1792, 57 ships had wrecked in the waters off Cape Henry.

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Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:31 EST