Blazing a Trail: Alexandria’s Firefighting History Walking Tour

During National Fire Prevention Week, explore Alexandria’s firefighting history on this special walking tour. Learn about volunteer firefighting in early Alexandria, including the five fire stations, three major fires, and how the Union occupation during the Civil War affected firefighting. Tour begins and ends at the historic Friendship Firehouse. Space is limited so pre-purchase of tickets is required. Note: Tour will not interest small children but may be of interest to kids 10 and older.

• Date(s): 10/15/2011 - 10/15/2011
• Time: 1-2:30 p.m.
• Location: Friendship Firehouse Friendship Firehouse, 107 S. Alfred Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
• Phone: (703) 746-4994
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• Admission: $6 for adults/$4 for youth (ages 10 to 17)