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Home of Peace Cemetery – Virginia’s Oldest Jewish Cemetery in Alexandria
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Old Presbyterian Meeting House Cemetery: 18th Century Burials
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Presbyterian Cemetery: Distinguished Stories O-Z: The Final Chapter
Quaker Burial Ground: Notable Figures
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Union Cemetery Alexandria Virginia: A Tapestry of Methodist Legends
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The Complete Guide to Cemetery Superstitions, Folklore, and Traditions
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The Presbyterian Meeting House 18th Century Burial Ground
War of 1812 Burials in the Presbyterian Cemetery
Walking tour of the Alexandria National Cemetery
Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Self-Guided Walking Map
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Alexandria’s Population Passes 1,200
Alexandria grows to a population of more than 1,200 by 1762.
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Explore Our Tours
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Private Group Tours in Alexandria for Conferences & Heritage Organizations
Meet Our Guides
Tour Brochure
Expert Historical Talks
Get Tour Alerts
Burial Grounds vs. Cemetery Tours
MAPS
Interactive Biography Map
Alexandria’s African American Heritage: An Interactive Journey Through History
Interactive Map of Fallen Firefighters in Alexandria, VA
Interactive Cemetery Map: Lee-Fendall House Connections
Interactive Cemetery Map
TIMELINE
BURIALS
Alexandria National Cemetery: Civil War Dead, USCT Soldiers & More
Bethel Cemetery: Prominent Burials
Christ Church Burial Ground: Notable Interments in Old Town Alexandria
Christ Church Episcopal Cemetery: Lives Interred
Douglass Cemetery Alexandria: Historic African American Burial Ground
Home of Peace Cemetery – Virginia’s Oldest Jewish Cemetery in Alexandria
Ivy Hill Cemetery: Remarkable Interments
Methodist Protestant Cemetery: Significant Interments
Old Presbyterian Meeting House Cemetery: 18th Century Burials
Penny Hill Cemetery: Notable Burials
Presbyterian Cemetery: Distinguished Stories
Presbyterian Cemetery: Distinguished Stories A-G: Lives Behind the Stones
Presbyterian Cemetery: Distinguished Stories H-N: Stories Carved in Stone
Presbyterian Cemetery: Distinguished Stories O-Z: The Final Chapter
Quaker Burial Ground: Notable Figures
St. Mary’s Catholic Church Cemetery: Notable Burials
St. Paul’s Cemetery Notable Burials
Trinity United Methodist Church Cemetery: Notable Burials
Union Cemetery Alexandria Virginia: A Tapestry of Methodist Legends
STORIES
RESEARCH
Revolutionary War Patriots
Historic Background
18th Century Burials: Anglican Church’s Influence
The Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex: A Historical Gem
Symbolism & Traditions
Gravestone Symbolism & Meanings
The Complete Guide to Cemetery Superstitions, Folklore, and Traditions
Brochures & Guides
The Presbyterian Cemetery & Columbarium brochure
The Presbyterian Meeting House 18th Century Burial Ground
War of 1812 Burials in the Presbyterian Cemetery
Walking tour of the Alexandria National Cemetery
Wilkes Street Cemetery Complex Self-Guided Walking Map
Downloadable Maps
Plot map of the Presbyterian Cemetery
Section Map of The Presbyterian Cemetery
St. Paul’s Cemetery map
Cemetery Directory
The Historic Presbyterian Cemetery: A Complete Guide
St. Paul’s Cemetery in Alexandria, Virginia: Visitor Information
Christ Church Episcopal Cemetery in Alexandria, Virginia: Visitor Information
ABOUT
What Is Gravestone Stories?
Professional Engagements
Gravestone Stories in the News – Press Mentions
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Scholarly Excellence Behind Our Cemetery Tours
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