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. $30 per person, $300 minimum per tour — any party from one guest to 25.
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This Week in Alexandria History
Week of October 7
October 9, 1860 (166 years ago)
Home of Peace Jewish Cemetery Established
In 1860, Alexandria’s Jewish community establishes the Home of Peace Cemetery, the first Jewish burial ground in Virginia. Located within the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex, it signals the city’s growing cultural and religious diversity. Share on Social Media
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Preserving History and Heritage: the Story of Douglass Memorial Cemetery and Fields Cook’s Enduring Legacy
Preserving Legacy Amidst Abandonment: The Tale of Douglass Memorial Cemetery Established in 1895, Douglass Memorial Cemetery stands as a testament to the history and struggles of African Americans in the…
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Posted: October 4, 2026
Untold Tales of Alexandria's Historical Figures
Thank you to Visit Alexandria VA for featuring Gravestone Stories in this month's Alexandria Insider. I grew up among the gravestones of the Old...
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