Discover Alexandria's Rich History on the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour Embark on the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour and journey through over 200 years of Alexandria's history. This 82-acre outdoor museum offers a glimpse into the lives of those who shaped our nation's past. The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour is the perfect way […]
Join the Alexandria Historical Society (AHS) on a journey through time as we explore the experiences of United States Colored Troops (USCT) in Alexandria during the Civil War. After President Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation on January 1, 1863, more than 200,000 African American men enlisted in the Union Army, valiantly fighting for the freedom […]
Join us for the Civil War Tour of Alexandria National Cemetery, led by renowned local historian Madeline Feierstein. This immersive experience explores Alexandria's rich Civil War heritage, focusing on the historic national cemetery established in 1862. Discover: Alexandria's experience under Union Occupation The history and significance of national cemeteries Personal stories of fallen soldiers interred […]
Discover Alexandria's Rich History on the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour Embark on the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour and journey through over 200 years of Alexandria's history. This 82-acre outdoor museum offers a glimpse into the lives of those who shaped our nation's past. The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour is the perfect way […]
Embark on an extraordinary walking tour through the historic Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex. Immerse yourself in the captivating lives of remarkable individuals laid to rest here who share a profound connection to the historic Lee-Fendall House. This exclusive tour offers a rare opportunity to visit gravesites not typically covered elsewhere, unveiling enthralling tales of duels, […]
Discover Alexandria's Rich History on the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour Embark on the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour and journey through over 200 years of Alexandria's history. This 82-acre outdoor museum offers a glimpse into the lives of those who shaped our nation's past. The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour is the perfect way […]
Discover Alexandria's Rich History on the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour Embark on the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour and journey through over 200 years of Alexandria's history. This 82-acre outdoor museum offers a glimpse into the lives of those who shaped our nation's past. The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour is the perfect way […]
Discover Alexandria's Rich History on the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour Embark on the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour and journey through over 200 years of Alexandria's history. This 82-acre outdoor museum offers a glimpse into the lives of those who shaped our nation's past. The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour is the perfect way […]
Join us for the Civil War Tour of Alexandria National Cemetery. Local expert Madeline Feierstein leads this exciting tour. You'll learn about: Alexandria, under Union control Why national cemeteries matter Stories of buried soldiers Wartime hospitals and prisons Black troops in the Civil War See how soldiers lived and why they came to Alexandria. Get […]
This private tour has been booked for a pre-arranged group and is not open for public attendance. If you’re interested in attending one of our public tours, please view our upcoming schedule . We look forward to seeing you on a future tour!
Discover Alexandria's rich history on the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Tour, an 82-acre outdoor museum that spans over 200 years of our nation's past. Led by expert guides from Gravestone Stories, this walking tour is perfect for history lovers interested in Alexandria’s role during the Civil War and beyond. Explore the lives of individuals connected […]
The Alexandria Historical Society is pleased to announce its upcoming lecture on Civil War Military Prisons in Alexandria on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, at The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington Street, Alexandria, VA. Starting at 7:00 p.m., local historian and expert guide Madeline Feierstein will present her research on the five military prisons of Alexandria during the […]
