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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
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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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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 12, 1776 (250 years ago)
Virginia Declaration of Rights Paves the Way for Religious Freedom
Drafted by George Mason and influenced by James Madison, the Virginia Declaration of Rights marked a significant shift towards religious freedom. This document laid the groundwork for the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom in 1786, which established the separation of church and state, a principle later enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. Share on Social Media
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Samuel Cooper: From Respected Army Officer to Confederate General
Samuel Cooper Confederate General: A Complex Legacy Few figures in American military history embody the complexities of loyalty and leadership like Samuel Cooper, a Confederate General whose legacy reflects the…
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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 —...
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