Take a break from the fast pace of the season and experience the unique charm and history at Old Town Alexandria's most popular holiday event. As part of the Civil War Sesquicentennial events, experience 1860s Alexandria during the holidays. Tour Gadsby's Tavern Museum (134 North Royal Street), Carlyle House (121 North Fairfax Street), Lee-Fendall House (614 Oronoco Street) and the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum (105-107 South Fairfax Street) by candlelight and enjoy seasonal decorations, entertainment and light refreshments. Shuttle among the sites included. Tour times are from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Cost is $20 for adults, $15 for seniors (65 and older), and $5 for children (ages 6-17). Reservations are recommended. For more information or to buy tickets, visitwww.historicalexandria.org or call 703.746.4242. |
This blog lists family activities and kids' events in Alexandria, Mount Vernon, and the Fort Hunt Corridor of Fairfax County, Virginia. Most of the information is aggregated from other sites, so always check with the event sponsor for registration information and availability. Click on the "Calendar of Events" link below to see what's happening this month.
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
December 10 & December 11 – Annual Historic Alexandria Candlelight Tours
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