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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]