Alexandria History
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Backyard History
Historic Preservation in Alexandria: Protecting Douglass Cemetery and City Landmarks
By Daniel Lee Alexandria, VA – National Preservation Month started as National Preservation Week in 1973. In 2005, the National…
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Alexandria News
Alexandria’s Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier Honored in DAR Ceremony
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Before the winter sun reached its midday height on Saturday, February 14, a quiet and deeply moving…
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Alexandria News
Register Now: UVA Professor to Discuss the Rise and Betrayal of the Freedman’s Bank
ALEXANDRIA, VA — A powerful and often overlooked chapter of American history — one with direct ties to Alexandria —…
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Community News Alexandria Virginia
Win $500: George Washington Essay Contest Open to Alexandria Students
ALEXANDRIA, VA – George Washington didn’t just lead a nation — he helped unite one. And now, Alexandria students have a…
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Community News Alexandria Virginia
New Coffee Table Book Looks Inside Old Town Alexandria’s Most Beautiful Historic Homes
ALEXANDRIA, VA – After two years in the making, Old Town at Home: Historic Alexandria Today is on local shelves.…
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Backyard History
A History of Philanthropy in Alexandria
By Daniel Lee, Office of Historic Alexandria Alexandria, VA – Did you know that many of the historical buildings you…
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Community News Alexandria Virginia
George Washington’s Christmas Camel Lives On: The 1,400-Pound Holiday Visitor You Can Still See at Mount Vernon
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Thanks to a captivating social media reel by Alexandria History Tours, a delightful piece of local lore is…
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Community News Alexandria Virginia
OBITUARY: McArthur Myers, 73, Tireless Advocate for Preserving Alexandria’s African American History
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Alexandria has lost one of its most passionate historians, advocates, and community stewards. McArthur Myers, whose life’s…
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Community News Alexandria Virginia
A Piece of Alexandria’s Past You Can Hang on Your Tree
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Alexandria’s history lovers have a new treasure to add to their holiday traditions. The 2025 Historic Alexandria…
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Community News Alexandria Virginia
Roll Back in Time: Alexandria’s Legendary Roller Rink Takes Center Stage Again Dec. 3
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Before the rise of social media, the Alexandria Roller Rink was a true hub of skating, music, and…
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