Walking Tour: The Movement of a Legacy
Walking Tour: The Movement of a Legacy
The African Landing Memorial is a one-of-a-kind sculpture and site, which is designated as a UNESCO Site of Memory on the Slave Route Project, that commemorates a singular moment that reverberates through the fabric of more than 400 years of American history—the landing of the first Africans in Virginia in August 1619, at Point Comfort. The memorial site and future art reflect the true narrative of the events leading to the creation of the institution of slavery in what later became the United States. Collectively, the memorial, supported by interpretive and educational programs, provides an opportunity for national and international audiences to openly discuss together their pasts to foster a new understanding of the nation’s beginning.
Saturdays, 1pm
May 16 - August 29, 2026
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center Plaza 30 Ingalls Road Fort Monroe, VA 23651
Latitude and Longitude 37.002189, -76.310842
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Contact Information
Zachary Ferguson
757-690-8181
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- Guided Tour
- Partner Program