Office of Historic Alexandria
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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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Backyard History
Help Alexandria Determine the Impact of Its Museums
ALEXANDRIA, VA-The Office of Historic Alexandria (OHA) is participating in a nationwide survey designed to determine the social impact of…
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Community News
Plaque Honors Families Who Integrated Minnie Howard
Alexandria, VA – A ceremony will be held on March 8 to unveil a new plaque at the new Minnie…
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Community News
The Friendship Fire Company Turns 250 on Saturday, August 3
Come to the Friendship Firehouse Festival and celebrate the Friendship Fire Company’s 250th year! Friendship was the first fire company…
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Community News
Hundreds Gather in Alexandria, Virginia for Historic 250th Anniversary of Fairfax Resolves
ALEXANDRIA, VA – It was July 18, 1774. A group of Virginia colonists penned a document challenging British authority and inspiring…
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Events Calendar
The Friendship Fire Company Turns 250
Come to the Friendship Firehouse Festival and celebrate the Friendship Fire Company’s 250th year! Friendship was the first fire company…
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Zebra Misc
Alexandria and the Fairfax Resolves
Alexandria, VA – This year marks the 250th anniversary of the writing and signing of the Fairfax Resolves. Originally meant…
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Community News
Contribute to a New Initiative, Mapping Alexandria, by Sharing Your Story
ALEXANDRIA, VA-On June 26, the Office of Historic Alexandria released information about a new initiative to celebrate Alexandria’s 275th Birthday.…
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Cover Story
Old Town’s Carefull Knitters Use the Magic of Yarn and Creativity to Meet Community Needs
By Susan McLain Sullivan Alexandria, VA – Have you ever watched somebody snuggle into a hand-knitted Afghan blanket or shawl?…
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Zebra Misc
Seniors Discover Fun Things to See and Do in Alexandria with SSA!
Alexandria, VA – On November 15, Senior Services of Alexandria’s Senior Living in Alexandria promises to be a fun one!…
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