Attics and Alleys Walking Tour Find out what mysteries lie behind the closed doors of four of Alexandria’s historic sites! Attics and Alleys is a new three-hour walking tour featuring the rarely seen spaces of four sites—the Lee-Fendall House, Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, and Carlyle House—revealing the remnants of stories otherwise hidden. ...
May 27, 2013
Mon
1:00 PM
36th Annual Jazz Festival Enjoy the sounds of Jazz at beautiful Waterfront Park. The United States Navy Band Commodores will open the concert performing the very best of big band sound, followed by a variety of jazz performers: Al Williams, contemporary; Daniel Ori, modern with World influences; Emy Tseng, Contemporary & Brazilian and concluding with the Bob Gibson Big Band. ...
May 28, 2013
Tue
7:30 PM
Fencing Class Learn the art and historical importance of 18th century fencing in classes taught by swordmaster Peter M. Ryan at Gadsby's Tavern Museum, 134 North Royal Street.
May 30, 2013
Thu
7:30 PM
18th Century Dance Class In preparation for Mrs. Madison’s Ball on June 8, learn 18th-century English county dancing from expert dance instructors.
Jun 1, 2013
Sat
1:00 PM
Alexandria Armenian Festival Annual Festival which provides an opportunity to share the Armenian Culture through food and vendor sales, and entertainment throughout the Festival.
Jun 6, 2013
Thu
7:30 PM
18th Century Dance Class In preparation for Mrs. Madison’s Ball on June 8, learn 18th-century English county dancing from expert dance instructors.
Rock in the Park Enjoy a concert by the group Living on a Bad Name, a Bon Jovi tribute band, from Massachusetts. This dynamic, high energy Bon Jovi tribute boasts of world renowned guitarist Ethan Brosh and after only three years of existence, have become a growing force in the tribute industry. Radio personality Ken Pittman convincingly plays the part of Jon Bon Jovi ...
Mrs. Madison's Ball Experience an evening of English Country dancing in honor First Lady Dolley Madison. The night will include some of Dolley’s favorite dances and a dessert collation full of her favorite sweets. Period attire requested; cocktail attire welcome. Reservations are required.
Fencing Class Learn the art and historical importance of 18th century fencing in classes taught by swordmaster Peter M. Ryan at Gadsby's Tavern Museum, 134 North Royal Street.
Free Father's Day Tours, Apothecary Museum The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum is pleased to offer free tours on Father’s Day for all visiting fathers! Tour times are from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
U.s. Navy Band Sea Chanters (choral Variety) The Navy Band Sea Chanters is the United States Navy’s official chorus. The ensemble performs a variety of music ranging from traditional choral music, including sea chanteys and patriotic fare, to opera, Broadway, and contemporary music.
Jun 23, 2013
Sun
3:00 PM
Presidential Salon with James Madison Join President Madison as he discusses and engages guests about political and personal issues of 1813. Reservations are recommended.
Jun 25, 2013
Tue
7:30 PM
Fencing Class Learn the art and historical importance of 18th century fencing in classes taught by swordmaster Peter M. Ryan at Gadsby's Tavern Museum, 134 North Royal Street.
U.s. Navy Band Commodores (big Band Jazz) Jazz is America’s music and the U.S. Navy Band Commodores, the Navy’s premier jazz ensemble, have been performing the very best of big band jazz for the Navy and the nation for over 40 years.
Aug 18, 2013
Sun
3:00 PM
Presidential Salon with James Madison Join President Madison as he discusses and engages guests about political and personal issues of 1813. Reservations are recommended.
Presidential Salon with James Madison Join President Madison as he discusses and engages guests about political and personal issues of 1813. Reservations are recommended.