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Guided Cemetery Tours
Walk Among History's Makers
90-minute historian-led tours through America's most historic cemetery complex — stories unavailable anywhere else.
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"David Heiby is a noted historian and an authority on American history from the colonial era through the 19th century. He is truly a force of nature — we hit the jackpot when we booked this tour."NOIDK · TripAdvisor, January 2026
America 250 · Official Historical Resource
Gravestone Stories is recognized by Visit Alexandria as an official America 250 historical resource, connecting visitors to Alexandria's Revolutionary foundations.
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Private & Group Programs
Bringing History to Your Organization
Custom 90-minute programs for conferences, heritage organizations, DAR/SAR chapters, educational institutions, and America250 events. Starting at $450.
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This Week in Alexandria History
Week of June 8 • 4 stories available
June 9, 1863 (163 years ago)
The Day Fort Lyon Blew Apart
On June 9, 1863, a thunderous explosion tore through Fort Lyon, just outside Alexandria. Eight tons of gunpowder accidentally ignited, killing 21 soldiers from the 3rd New York Heavy Artillery instantly. Two more died of their wounds in the days that followed. The blast shattered windows throughout the city and was heard as far as ...
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Latest Research Story
Featured Blog Story
Uncovering the Mystery: Does Philip Richard Fendall Rest in Ivy Hill Cemetery? – Part 2
If you haven't read the first installment of this series, see Part 1 [here]. Paving the Way: The Washington and Alexandria Turnpike In 1808, Alexandria set its sights on a…
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Spotlight Story
Posted: June 1, 2026
Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Walking Tour
This Saturday, I'm leading "The Cemetery Stories Behind the Lee-Fendall House." The house at 614 Oronoco Street holds two centuries of stories —...
Last updated: Jun 8, 10:00 AM EDT