America 250
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Alexandria News
“They Flew Right Over George Washington’s House!” French Flyover Delights Mount Vernon Crowd
MOUNT VERNON, VA – “They flew right over George Washington’s house!” That’s how Susan Hahn summed up Monday morning’s spectacular…
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Alexandria News
You’ve Never Seen George Washington Like This Before
MOUNT VERNON, VA – Before dignitaries and members of the press gathered for the ceremonial ribbon cutting on June 11, a…
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VA250 Mobile Museum Experience brings traveling American Revolution exhibit to Alexandria’s Sails on the Potomac
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Virginia’s American Revolution 250 Commission is taking its history celebration on the road, and Alexandria is one…
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FOX 5 Will Broadcast Live from Alexandria Friday—And You’re Invited
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Alexandria residents have a chance to be part of a live television audience this Friday when FOX 5…
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Arts
Alexandria Galleries Celebrate America, Black Art, and Summer Culture
Alexandria, VA – June kicks off the summer season with a bang even before the celebration for America’s semiquincentennial culminates…
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Code of Support to Host America 250 Concert in Alexandria
ALEXANDRIA, VA — The Code of Support Foundation will present “Let Freedom Ring,” a family-friendly concert in celebration of America’s…
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See What George Washington Actually Wore: Mount Vernon Unveils Rare Original Garments
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Mount Vernon is offering free admission for Presidents’ Day and inviting visitors to see the rare George…
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Who Bought Martha Washington’s Belongings? Tudor Place Has Answers That Change History
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the nation approaches the 250th anniversary of American independence, Tudor Place Historic House & Garden is…
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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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