Sponsored by the Social Responsibility Group (SRG) and Friends of Douglass Cemetery, this free annual event, open to the public, honors the over 2,200 individuals buried at Alexandria's historic African American Douglass Cemetery. Established in 1895 after Frederick Douglass's death, the cemetery is located within the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex. Attendees will learn about plans […]
Join VFW Post 609 for the annual Flags-in-the-Ground event at Alexandria National Cemetery. The kickoff ceremony will begin at 9:30 a.m. This event invites the community to honor the more than 4,500 interred at the cemetery by placing an American flag at each grave. Among those buried are over 3,900 Union soldiers who lost their […]
Join us for a memorable solar eclipse viewing experience at the historic Presbyterian Cemetery in Alexandria, VA. Located at 600 Hamilton Avenue, this peaceful outdoor setting provides the perfect spot to witness the celestial wonder. To ensure a pleasant experience, bring a comfortable chair, snacks, and your eclipse-viewing glasses. Enjoy the company of friends and […]
