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Commemorate the First African Landing

Fort Monroe National Monument

Come together at Fort Monroe each August to commemorate the landing of the first enslaved Africans in Virginia. Their historic arrival still has a profound impact on the United States and its people.

Americans come together at Fort Monroe each August to commemorate the landing of the first enslaved Africans in Virginia. Their historic arrival still has a profound impact on the United States and its people. Visit Fort Monroe's calendar for event dates and details.

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Cultural DemonstrationsAfrican American HeritageColonization and SettlementEnslavementafrican americanSlaveryAnniversaryFirst Africans in VirginiaAfrican Landing Daycommemorationhistory and culture

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The walkways of Continental Park and the approaches to the African Landing Memorial site are wheelchair accessible. Accessible parking is near the venue.

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