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Alexandria News
Five Historians Named Finalists for the Prestigious 2025 George Washington Prize
ALEXANDRIA, VA – In a powerful celebration of historical scholarship, five acclaimed historians have been named finalists for the 2025 George…
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Backyard History
Celebrating Alexandria’s 276th Birthday
By Dr. Dan Lee Alexandria, VA – Alexandria celebrates its 276th birthday and the USA’s 249th on Saturday, July 12.…
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Alexandria News
Arnold Schwarzenegger to Headline Mount Vernon’s July 4 Naturalization Ceremony
ALEXANDRIA, VA — This Independence Day, a familiar face will help ring in America’s birthday at one of the most…
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Alexandria News
Unearthing Alexandria: Gravestone Stories Brings Cemetery Secrets to Life
ALEXANDRIA, VA – It’s not every day you get to wander around an old cemetery and look at grave markers,…
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Pets
Celebrate Dogs May 17 at George Washington’s Mount Vernon
ALEXANDRIA, VA — Dog lovers and history buffs alike are invited to bring their four-legged friends to George Washington’s Mount…
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Community News
Visiting Mount Vernon? Add a Photo Cruise on the Potomac River to Your Plans
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Planning a trip to George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate? Add a photo cruise to your plans. See…
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Alexandria News
Old Town Alexandria Homes and Gardens Tour April 26
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Enjoy the timeless beauty of Old Town’s historic homes and gardens, showcased at the peak of spring…
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History
Special Lecture at the Lyceum Explores Remarkable Archaeological Discovery
ALEXANDRIA, VA – Join a captivating evening as Mount Vernon archaeologists unveil an extraordinary discovery from beneath George Washington’s Mansion! “Unearthing…
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Alexandria News
A Hidden Chalk Signature Discovered at George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate
MOUNT VERNON, VA – A new hidden signature has been discovered at George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate during the…
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Community News
Annual Alexandria Friendship Firehouse Breakfast Draws Close to 200 of the City’s Movers and Shakers Monday February 17
Alexandria, VA – Presidents Day weekend in Alexandria is one of the biggest weekends of the year, as this historic…
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