African Landing Day commemoration

Enjoy an African flag and drum parade, dancing, music, vendors, and a flower petal and bell ringing ceremony.

This will be a participatory event by all attendees. Guests are encouraged to dress comfortably and to wear walking shoes. 

The William Tucker 1624 Society will hold a commemoration ceremony at 9 a.m., followed by the Project 1619 commemoration at 10 a.m. 

Find more information and a schedule at the William Tucker 1624 Society website.

Seating will be limited so please bring folding chairs or blankets and water bottles.

Food trucks will be onsite from 9 am to 3 pm. 

This event is weather permitting. Sign-up for weather cancellations or updates!

Put on by Fort Monroe National Monument, City of Hampton, Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau, Fort Monroe Authority, and Project 1619 Inc.