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 Rail Track may be under walk way at Fort Norfolk, Norfolk VA - Photo by Steven Forrest

Fort Norfolk Rail Track

A set of narrow gauge tracks ran from the front of the Navy Magazine to the wharf, enabling the movement of powder and shells in small rail cars probably pulled by horses or mules. The remnants of this track are believed to be under the present sidewalk.

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Visitor Information

Monday to Friday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM For Self Guided Tour. The self guided tour is only the outside of the buildings inside the fort. Free parking is available behind the guard house at the Entrance. Must show picture ID to gate guard at entrance building.

The Norfolk Historic Society will open the fort and provide tours starting June 1 until the end of September on Sundays from Noon - 4:00 PM, and the first Sunday of each month from Noon to 4:00 PM.

Admission Cost: Free

Address: 810 Front Street, Norfolk, VA 23510

Official Web site for more information: http://www.nao.usace.army.mil