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The Village of Cape Henry
Where
Program Location: Trail Center
Main Park Address: First Landing State Park, 2500 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23451.
When
April 30, 2026. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The little known Village of Cape Henry was a bustling resort town in the early 1900’s. Accessed by an electric rail line and equipped with a casino, church, ice cream parlor, cottages and hotels. It was the place to be along the oceanfront. See what life was like, who lived here and what eventually would cause the creation of Fort Story and the end of the village during this program.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-412-2300
Email Address: firstlanding@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
History/Culture | Special Event
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