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Alexandria Civil War Legacies: A Walking Tour of Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex
October 5 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Join local expert Madeline Feierstein for a walk through the Wilkes Street Cemetery area, including one of America’s oldest national cemeteries. Learn about Alexandria’s important role in the Civil War.
Discover the Stories Behind the Stones
On this 90-minute walk, we’ll talk about:
- How Alexandria lived under Union control
- Why national cemeteries were created
- Stories of soldiers buried here
- War hospitals and prisons in town
- Black soldiers in the Civil War
Step Back in Time
As we walk, you’ll learn about:
- How soldiers lived in Alexandria
- How the city changed during the war
- How the Civil War still affects us today
This tour helps us remember those who fought and died in the Civil War. We’ll walk through old cemeteries and share stories from long ago.
Space is limited. Please sign up ahead of time to join the tour.
Note: This tour involves walking on uneven ground. Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate attire are recommended.
Alexandria Civil War Legacies: A Walking Tour of Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex
