Mayor Justin Wilson, City Of Alexandria | City Of Alexandria website
Mayor Justin Wilson, City Of Alexandria | City Of Alexandria website
The Alexandria Community Remembrance Project (ACRP) is set to premiere a documentary titled "Resolved: Never Again" on September 21 at the George Washington National Masonic Memorial. Filmmaker Robin Hamilton delves into Alexandria's history with slavery and the domestic slave trade, highlighting the lynchings of Joseph McCoy and Benjamin Thomas. The event includes a fundraising reception at 5:30 p.m., followed by the film screening and panel discussion.
On September 13, the Alexandria Archaeology Museum will host "Archaeology through the Ages," celebrating five decades of community archaeology. Dr. Pam Cressey will share insights into its beginnings, and attendees can explore significant artifacts.
Other events include a yoga session on August 30 at Carlyle House Historic Park, benefiting new museum exhibits, and a tour focused on women of Lee-Fendall House on August 31.
Gadsby’s Tavern Museum will host Family Day with young historians on September 1, featuring student presentations and historic chocolate-making demonstrations.
The WMPA Lyceum Chamber Series continues Sundays through September 15 at the Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum, while the Friendship Firehouse Museum marks its 250th anniversary with a muster of antique firefighting apparatus on September 14.
Additional activities include storytelling for children at the Alexandria Black History Museum, a Liberation of Paris Garden Party hosted by British Officers Club DC, an Alexandria Fire History Symposium, Tavern Games Night featuring rum punch, and a classic car show displaying "orphan" vehicles.
Historic Alexandria encourages donations to support its educational programs and conservation work. Visitors can explore various museums in Alexandria throughout the week. Admission is complimentary for city residents.
On August 26, 1948, the Alexandria Citizen’s Band won first prize at the Virginia State Fireman’s Convention. Established in 1912, it remains one of America's oldest community bands.
Upcoming committee meetings supporting historic preservation include sessions by the Historic Alexandria Resources Commission Advocacy Subcommittee on September 3 and others throughout September.
For more information about these events or reasonable disability accommodations, contact Nicole Quinn or visit alexandriava.gov/Historic.
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