Backyard History
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Dr. Patrick Spero Appointed Executive Director of George Washington Presidential Library
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Today the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association (MVLA) announced the appointment of Dr. Patrick Spero as the new…
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Alexandria Library Hosting Author Anita Hackley Lambert for Online Event Feb. 28
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Alexandria Library invites the public to a very special online event Tuesday, Feb. 28. Author, historian, and…
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100 Years: Alexandria Celebrates George Washington Masonic National Memorial (PHOTOS)
ALEXANDRIA, VA – It rises majestically over Alexandria. The edifice serves as the backdrop for fabulous views, quiet reflective moments,…
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Learn About Black History in Alexandria This February, Immersive Events Planned
ALEXANDRIA, VA – February is Black History Month. To bring about awareness and celebrate, Visit Alexandria today (Jan. 25) released…
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Alexandria Auction House Hosting Jan. 17 Event To Benefit Medical Scholarship for Native Americans
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Do you own Native American art or jewelry? Historic documents related to Native American history? Bring your…
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Don’t Miss Christmas in Camp Dec. 10 at Fort Ward
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Get in the holiday spirit and learn how Christmas was observed during the Civil War at Fort…
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Alexandria History Museum To Host Revolutionary War Symposium Sept. 24
ALEXANDRIA, VA – On Saturday, Sept. 24, the Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum will host a special symposium focused…
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Fort Ward Hosting Civil War Artillery Day September 17
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Learn about the role and equipment of Civil War artillerymen in the Defenses of Washington on Saturday,…
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History Comes Alive! Alexandrians Invited To Civil War Camp Day June 18
ALEXANDRIA, VA – If you have an interest in Civil War history, there is an event that’s right up your…
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Going Beyond George Washington: New Exhibit at Mount Vernon Sheds Light on Property’s History
ALEXANDRIA, VA – George Washington’s Mount Vernon unveiled a new permanent exhibit March 26. According to the press release: “The…
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