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Outlandish Event at the Apothecary

Title:Outlandish Event at the Apothecary
Date & Time:Sat Oct 14, 2017 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location:Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, 105-107 S. Fairfax St. (Map This)
Event Details:Herbal medicine is a major theme in Diana Gabaldon’s Outlander novels as 20th century physician Claire Fraser makes due with the technology of the 18th century. The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum includes those Claire purchased herself as well as the more common herbs she foraged for.

One-hour tours will focus on the herbal medicines featured in the Outlander novels from cascara to dauco seeds. Enjoy a cup of 18th century-style tea and an herbal craft just like Claire would make. Tours begin every 30 minutes 1 p.m.-4 p.m..
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Contact Phone No.:703.746.3852
Fees:$18 per person; advance purchase of tickets recommended as space is limited.
Audience:Anyone may attend
Tags:Apothecary Museum, Museums, Old & Historic Alexandria, Old Town


For event details visit http://www.alexandriava.gov/c/16842
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