As winter settles in, we’re taking our usual seasonal pause from tours to avoid the chilly weather. Additionally, due to ongoing medical recovery, tours will resume no earlier than spring. In the meantime, explore our rich archives, fascinating narratives, and self-guided resources here at Gravestone Stories. Thank you for your continued support—we can’t wait to walk with you again when warmer days return!

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Echoes of Alexandria: A Journey Through Time at the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

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 ... Read more

$30

Limited Tour Availability – Medical Leave

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

Our primary guide will be on medical leave from October 29th through November 8th. During this period, most of our regular tours will be unavailable, with the exception of Saturday, November 2nd. On November 2nd, Lee-Fendall House docent and Civil War expert Madeline Feierstein will lead a tour of the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex to ... Read more

Event Series Guided Walking Tour of the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex

Secrets of Wilkes Street: A Historic Cemetery Tour Linked to Lee-Fendall

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

Embark on an extraordinary walking tour of the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex and 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, cavalry ... Read more

$30.00

Limited Tour Availability – Medical Leave

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

Our primary guide will be on medical leave from October 29th through November 8th. During this period, most of our regular tours will be unavailable, with the exception of Saturday, November 2nd. On November 2nd, Lee-Fendall House docent and Civil War expert Madeline Feierstein will lead a tour of the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex to ... Read more

Historical Lecture for Special Groups

Our expert guides offer heritage group lectures tailored for organizations like the Sons of the American Revolution, Daughters of the American Revolution, Colonial Dames, and other groups interested in American history. These engaging presentations cover topics such as the American Revolutionary War, Civil War, and notable historical figures. Each lecture provides a deep understanding of ... Read more

Heritage Group Lecture

Our expert guides offer heritage group lectures tailored for organizations like the Sons of the American Revolution, Daughters of the American Revolution, Colonial Dames, and other groups interested in American history. These engaging presentations cover topics such as the American Revolutionary War, Civil War, and notable historical figures. Each lecture provides a deep understanding of ... Read more

Heritage Group Lecture

Our expert guides offer heritage group lectures tailored for organizations like the Sons of the American Revolution, Daughters of the American Revolution, Colonial Dames, and other groups interested in American history. These engaging presentations cover topics such as the American Revolutionary War, Civil War, and notable historical figures. Each lecture provides a deep understanding of ... Read more

Echoes of Alexandria: Stories from America’s Most Historic Cemetery Complex

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

A 90-Minute Walking Tour Through 200 Years of American History 📅 Next Tour: Sunday, April 13, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM 📍 Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex, Alexandria, VA 💲 $30 per person Step into an 82-acre outdoor museum where every gravestone tells a story. Hidden in plain sight, the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex ... Read more

Echoes of Alexandria: Stories from America’s Most Historic Cemetery Complex

The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex 1475-1501 Wilkes St, Alexandria, VA, United States

A 90-Minute Walking Tour Through 200 Years of American History 📅 Next Tour: Sunday, May 4, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM 📍 Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex, Alexandria, VA 💲 $30 per person Step into an 82-acre outdoor museum where every gravestone tells a story. Hidden in plain sight, the Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex ... Read more

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