Gravestone Stories has been honored to receive coverage from local and national media outlets. These features highlight our ongoing work uncovering the lives and legacies preserved within Alexandria’s historic cemeteries. This page serves as an archive of press mentions that reflect how our mission resonates with audiences interested in public history, preservation, genealogy, and community memory.
“Carrying Forward the Legacy of George Washington”
DAR National Blog — February 20, 2026
David Heiby’s photography was selected as the header image for DAR President General Ginnie Sebastian Storage’s official blog post honoring George Washington’s birthday and the 2026 Alexandria celebrations. Heiby was present at the wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary Soldier at the Old Presbyterian Meeting House, assisting with the event and leading tours of the historic burial ground for DAR attendees following the ceremony.
Alexandria Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Ceremony
The Zebra Press — February 16, 2026
Coverage of the wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War Soldier in Alexandria as part of America250 commemorations. The article features remarks by Gravestone Stories founder David Heiby, who said, “This isn’t just a ceremony—it’s a real connection to 1776. It connects our faith, our history, and the enduring promise of our country.”
“Gravestone Stories” — Visit Alexandria
Visit Alexandria — February 2026
Gravestone Stories was featured as part of Visit Alexandria’s “Unlock Your Story” campaign, highlighting historian-led cemetery tours, original archival research, and preservation work uncovering Alexandria’s buried history. The feature positions Alexandria’s historic cemeteries as living “outdoor archives” and introduces Gravestone Stories as a distinctive cultural experience within the city.
Ivy Hill Historical Preservation Society Celebrates Listing on the National Register of Historic Places
The Zebra Press — June 2, 2025
The Zebra highlights Ivy Hill Cemetery’s official listing on the National Register of Historic Places and the community celebration that followed. The article features Ivy Hill’s preservation leadership, notable historic figures buried on the grounds, and a photo mention of David and Christine Heiby of Gravestone Stories.
“13 Cemeteries, 35,000 Stories: The Untold History of Alexandria’s Wilkes Street Complex”
Emerging Civil War — May 8, 2025
Emerging Civil War published an in-depth profile on Alexandria’s Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex and the ongoing preservation, documentation, and public history work led by Gravestone Stories.
“Celebrating Women in Wine and Art at the Lee-Fendall House Museum and Garden”
The Zebra Press — May 2, 2025
Coverage of the Lee-Fendall House’s spring Wine & Art Night, hosted by the Virginia Trust for Historic Preservation, which owns and operates the museum. David Heiby—Vice President of the Trust and founder of Gravestone Stories—and his wife, Christine, were among the featured guests. The photo-filled article highlights Alexandria’s vibrant preservation and arts community.
“Walking Through History: Celebrating 50 Years of Alexandria Archaeology”
Alexandria Times — April 3, 2025
Our June 2024 public tour was featured on the front page of the Alexandria Times. The article was published on April 3, 2025, in celebration of the Alexandria Archaeology Commission’s 50th anniversary.
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