Be a Fort Monroe Junior Ranger

The moat and stone masonry walls of Fort Monroe

NPS Photo

The Junior Ranger program helps kids explore, learn about, and protect Fort Monroe National Monument. Anyone can become a Junior Ranger by completing activities during a visit to the park. 

How to Be a Junior Ranger

1. Ask for the free Junior Ranger activity book at the Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center. You may also contact us and we can mail you the activity book ahead of your visit.
2. Complete activities in the booklet as you:
   • Start your visit at the Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center.
   • See the exhibits at the Casemate Museum. 
   • Take the self-guiding tour of Fort Monroe. 
3. Show your completed activities to a park ranger or staff member at the Visitor & Education Center.
4. Get your Junior Ranger badge!

Details

Activity

Junior Ranger Program

Anyone can become a Junior Ranger! Grab a free activity booklet and learn more about the park’s history and what makes Fort Monroe important. When you’ve completed the necessary activities, return to the Visitor & Education Center or find a ranger to get officially sworn in and receive your badge. You can also download a copy of the book here (include link) to print.

Age(s)

5 and Older

Activities are appropriate for ages 5 and older. 

Pets Allowed

Yes with Restrictions

Pets are allowed on the grounds of Fort Monroe. They are not allowed inside the Visitor & Education Center, Casemate Museum, or other buildings. 

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Fort Monroe Visitor & Education Center

Ask for a Junior Ranger booklet when you visit Fort Monroe for a kid friendly learning experience and earn a Junior Ranger badge along the way.

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility Information

Much of Fort Monroe is on level ground with sidewalks and curb cuts.