Alexandria Virginia history
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Hannah Griffith and the Women Who Shaped Alexandria’s Business History
by Rebecca Jarrett Alexandria, VA – In honor of Women’s History Month and the nation’s 250th anniversary, the Office of…
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Living Legend
Adrienne Terrell Washington and the Fight to Preserve Fort Ward’s African American Legacy
By Char McCargo Bah Alexandria, VA – Adrienne Terrell Washington’s calling was clear from the moment she was born. Her…
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Unseen Old Town
Unseen Old Town: The Remarkable History Behind 415 Prince Street
Alexandria, VA – Our “Unseen Old Town” photo from last month featured a beautifully restored home in the 400 block…
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Alexandria Library Recognizing 1939 Sit-In Anniversary With Special Events
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Saturday, August 21 marks the 82nd anniversary of the 1939 Alexandria Library Sit-in. Over eight decades ago,…
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