The Historic Villages at Cape Henry should be near the top of your “things to do” list while visiting Virginia Beach. History comes alive at Fort Story, U.S. Army Garrison, within minutes of the Virginia Beach oceanfront.
You’ll be escorted on a picturesque stroll back in time, through the winding trails of the American Indian village, and the authentic 17th-century outpost, complete with palisade, church and trading post. Perhaps you will encounter a nautical storyteller, glass blower, potter, blacksmith or hear one of the natural resource experts explain the vast array of plant and animal life native to the area. The season features a variety of historical interpreters, educators and presentations Thursday through Sunday between the hours of 2pm and 6pm.
On Thursday and Saturday evenings at 6pm, May 21 through September 5 (with an encore performance on Labor Day, September 7), the play 1607: First Landing by local playwright Chip Fortier is presented on the unique outdoor stage, built exclusively for the production in 2007, with a breathtaking view of the Atlantic Ocean.
Please check the web site: www.firstlandingfoundation.com for additional information including new educational programs.
The First Landing Foundation gift shop features one-of-a-kind items you'll want to take home as a unique slice of the history of Virginia and indigenous cultures across the United States.
Tours are $8 for adults and $5 for youth, ages 6-15. Tour plus the 6pm performance: $15 for adults and $10 for youth, ages 6-15. Children 5 years and younger are free.
The Historic Villages at Cape Henry is operated by the First Landing Foundation through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Army. Because they are located on a U.S. Army base, visitors 16 and older are required to present a government-issued photo ID and vehicles will be inspected prior to entrance onto the installation.
Directions: Stay north on Atlantic Avenue and follow the signs to Fort Story and enter through Gate 1. Tickets may be purchased at the First Landing Foundation gift shop, Building 711, Atlantic Avenue, Fort Story. Cash and checks accepted. For more information, call 757-417-7012 or visit www.firstlandingfoundation.com.
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