Alexandria History
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Why Alexandria Isn’t Part of Washington, D.C.—The Surprising Story Behind July 9, 1846
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Have you ever wondered why Alexandria is part of Virginia instead of Washington, D.C.? Every year, July…
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She Sold Vegetables at Alexandria’s Market. Her Savings Bought Her Husband’s Freedom.
An enslaved woman’s vegetable sales helped buy her husband’s freedom. A new Historic Alexandria study released during the City Hall…
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Backyard History
Alexandria Post Office History: One of America’s First Postal Services
By Daniel Lee Alexandria, VA – Mail was transported to this area as early as 1695, but there’s no sign…
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George Washington’s Bible Returns Home to Christ Church for Rare Sunday Display
George Washington’s personal Bible has returned to Christ Church Alexandria for a rare display. Learn the story behind the treasured…
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Ever Wonder Why Del Ray Is Called Del Ray?
Why is Del Ray called Del Ray? The history of Alexandria's beloved neighborhood is well documented, but the story behind…
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Yes, Alexandria Celebrates July 4 — In Rosemont and You’re Invited
Alexandria saves its fireworks for the city's birthday celebration, but Rosemont has kept the spirit of Independence Day alive for…
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Then & Now: Alexandria Friends Recreate a 1953 Childhood Photo More Than 70 Years Later
Neighborhood friends Lynnwood Campbell and Sharon (Jones) Frazier reunited at Alexandria's 2026 Juneteenth celebration to recreate a childhood photo first…
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Joe Reeder, Old Town Original and Guardian of the Murray-Dick-Fawcett House, Dies at 99
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Joe Reeder knew the worth of things. Not just the price of them, though he knew that,…
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New Book Explores 250 Years of Faith, History and Change at Christ Church Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA – A new book by Alexandria cultural historian Charleen Smith-Riedel offers readers a fresh look at the 250-year history…
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ALexandrians Then and Now
Alexandrians Then & Now: The Tracks Beneath King Street
ALEXANDRIA, VA — A century apart, two photographs of King Street tell a remarkable story of change—and of the memories…
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