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Alexadria Black History Resource Center

Alexandria, Virginia

History

Alexadria Black History Resource Center in Alexandria, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum to visit where you live or vacation today.

Alexandria Black History Museum

Alexandria, Virginia

History

The ABHRC (formerly the Robinson Library) the African American community's first public library, presents lectures, programs and exhibits interpreting the legacy of African Americans in Alexandria

Friendship Firehouse Museum

Alexandria, Virginia

History

Home of the Friendship Fire Company. When the building was constructed in 1855, it became home to the oldest volunteer fire company in Alexandria. Exhibitions include early vehicles and other fire-fighting equipment.

George Washington Masonic National Memorial Association

Alexandria, Virginia

Culture, History

Dedicated to the memory of George Washington-Patriot, President, Mason - the Memorial was dedicated on May 12, l932, as an expression of the Masonic fraternity's faith in the principles of civil and religious liberty and orderly government.

Historic Christ Church

Alexandria, Virginia

Church, History

Completed in 1773, this is a Georgian style church with a Palladian chancel window, an unusual feature for a Virginia church of the period. George Washington and Robert E. Lee were among early worshipers.

National Women's History Museum

Alexandria, Virginia

Culture, General, History, Library, Specialized

Visiting The NWHM: Under Construction. Please visit our Right Here. Right Now. campaign page on our website.

Office of Historic Alexandria

Alexandria, Virginia

History

Office of Historic Alexandria in Alexandria, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum to visit where you live or vacation today.

Ramsay House Visitors Center

Alexandria, Virginia

Archaeology, Culture, History, Historic House, Specialized

Built c. 1724 by William Ramsay, the house is said to have brought down river and barged to its current location in 1749. It now serves as the City's visitor center.

Schooner Alexandria

Alexandria, Virginia

History

Schooner Alexandria in Alexandria, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum to visit where you live or vacation today.

The Lyceum, Alexandria's History Museum

Alexandria, Virginia

History

The Lyceum, Alexandria's History Museum in Alexandria, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum to visit where you live or vacation today.

Alexandria Archaeology Museum

Alexandria, Virginia

History

The museum seeks to preserve and study the tangible remains of our community's heritage for public enrichment and enjoyment. The artifacts in Alexandria Archaeology's collection span more than 10,000 years of human history and are from more than 180 sites in the area

Fort Ward Museum and Historic Site

Alexandria, Virginia

History, Military

The museum interprets the site's history and offers exhibitions, Civil War topics, education and interpretive programs. Tours, lectures, and living history activities are available.

Gadsby's Tavern Museum

Alexandria, Virginia

Culture, History, Historic House, Historical Society

The museum consists of two tavern buildings made famous in the 18th century by tavern keeper John Gadsby. The taverns were a center of political, business and social life in early Alexandria. Famous patrons include George Washington and Thomas Jefferson.

Gum Springs Historical Society Museum and Cultural Center

Alexandria, Virginia

Art, Church, Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society

Featured Exhibits: The Museum is featuring an photographic exhibit of Gum Springs' residents and founding families. Many of these photos are close to 100 years old, some older.

Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden

Alexandria, Virginia

History, Historic House

The Lee-Fendall House Museum presents the whole history of the site, from notable entrepreneurs of the late 18th century to labor leaders of the mid-20th century. The owners and the workers, enslaved and free, that gave the house its character. Come discover the Bicentennial Garden and the preserved home through tours, programs, and exhibits we discover our shared history as a community and as a nation.

North American Tiddlywinks Association

Alexandria, Virginia

History

North American Tiddlywinks Association in Alexandria, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum to visit where you live or vacation today.

Old Presbyterian Meeting House

Alexandria, Virginia

Church, History, Historic House

We are an inclusive, justice-seeking congregation in the heart of Old Town Alexandria.

Ramsey Nature Center

Alexandria, Virginia

History

Ramsey Nature Center in Alexandria, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum to visit where you live or vacation today.

The Lyceum

Alexandria, Virginia

History

The Lyceum in Alexandria, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum to visit where you live or vacation today.

US Holocaust Memorial Museum

Alexandria, Virginia

History

US Holocaust Memorial Museum in Alexandria, VA is one of more than 15,400 museums in the MuseumsUSA directory. Find an exciting museum to visit where you live or vacation today.