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Alexandria Art Exhibitions: October 2026 Gallery Guide
Alexandria, VA – Alexandria has long had a thriving art community. The storied Torpedo Factory Art Center, thanks to the…
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Alexandria Artists Featured in October Art Exhibitions
Alexandria, VA – Nicole Gauvin, a Canadian iris paper folding artist based in Alexandria, creates unique artwork expertly crafted by…
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Alexandria Halloweddings: Halloween Weddings on Oct. 31
Alexandria, VA – The Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court for the City of Alexandria will host “Halloweddings”…
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Celebrate Virginia Archaeology Month in Alexandria With Free Events and Tours
By Daniel Lee Alexandria, VA – Each October, the Virginia Department of Historic Resources recognizes the role archaeology plays in…
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Alexandria’s Small Dogs Make a Splash at Charles Houston Pool
ALEXANDRIA, VA—The dog days of summer took on a wonderfully literal meaning Saturday as Alexandria pups traded sidewalks and dog…
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Around the World Cultural Food Festival Marks 10 Years on Alexandria’s Waterfront Aug. 29
The Around the World Cultural Food Festival returns to Oronoco Bay Park on Aug. 29 for a free 10th anniversary…
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The Zebra Ranks the 10 Best Places to Watch Alexandria’s Birthday Fireworks
How We Ranked Them: Every year, Alexandrians ask us, “Where’s the best place to watch the fireworks?” So our editorial…
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Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy Coming to Alexandria’s Masonic Memorial
The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy is bringing gothic storytelling, themed cocktails, and immersive theater to Alexandria’s George Washington Masonic National…
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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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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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