Events & Public Meetings

DateDayTimeEvent
Feb 16, 2026 Mon 11 a.m.Specialty Tour: Hamilton's BFF & Frenemies
Inspired by the musical Hamilton, learn how the paths of Washington, Lafayette, Jefferson, Madison, and Burr all intersected with this local tavern. Includes discussion of the issues they faced and how their choices impacted local citizens.
Feb 18, 2026 Wed 5 p.m.American Revolution - Episode 3 watch party
Join us at the Local History/Special Collections Branch for Episode 3 of Ken Burn's newest documentary, The American Revolution.
Feb 21, 2026 Sat 11 a.m.Specialty Tour: Hamilton's BFF & Frenemies
Inspired by the musical Hamilton, learn how the paths of Washington, Lafayette, Jefferson, Madison, and Burr all intersected with this local tavern. Includes discussion of the issues they faced and how their choices impacted local citizens.
Feb 25, 2026 Wed 5 p.m.American Revolution - Episode 4 watch party
Join us at the Charles E. Beatley, Jr. Central Library for Episode 4 of Ken Burn's newest documentary, The American Revolution.
Feb 28, 2026 Sat 11 a.m.Specialty Tour: Hamilton's BFF & Frenemies
Inspired by the musical Hamilton, learn how the paths of Washington, Lafayette, Jefferson, Madison, and Burr all intersected with this local tavern. Includes discussion of the issues they faced and how their choices impacted local citizens.
Mar 4, 2026 Wed 2 p.m.American Revolution - Episode 5 watch party
Join us at the Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library for Episode 5 of Ken Burn's newest documentary, The American Revolution.
Mar 11, 2026 Wed 2 p.m.American Revolution - Episode 6 watch party
Join us at the Ellen Coolidge Burke Branch Library for Episode 6 of Ken Burn's newest documentary, The American Revolution.
Mar 12, 2026 Thu 5 p.m.Historic Happy Hours - Il Porto
Join us for Historic Happy Hours to learn more about the research taking place in Historic Alexandria. 10% of all checks will benefit Historic Alexandria and America250 events.
Mar 21, 2026 Sat 8:30 a.m.Alexandria Forum: Nothing But Independence
The American Revolution in Virginia was more than a war – it was a revolution of ideas that continues today. The Alexandria Forum, in partnership with Emerging Revolutionary War, will share the history of Alexandria and Northern Virginia during this critical time in history, showcasing how these moments in time reverberate through today.
Jun 12, 2026 Fri All-DaySails on the Potomac
As the United States commemorates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, Sails on the Potomac will highlight Alexandria’s role in helping construct the foundation of the revolution. From the creation of the Fairfax Resolves to being the hometown of George Washington, Alexandria played a unique role in the birth of our new nation.
Jun 13, 2026 Sat All-DaySails on the Potomac
As the United States commemorates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, Sails on the Potomac will highlight Alexandria’s role in helping construct the foundation of the revolution. From the creation of the Fairfax Resolves to being the hometown of George Washington, Alexandria played a unique role in the birth of our new nation.
Jun 14, 2026 Sun All-DaySails on the Potomac
As the United States commemorates the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, Sails on the Potomac will highlight Alexandria’s role in helping construct the foundation of the revolution. From the creation of the Fairfax Resolves to being the hometown of George Washington, Alexandria played a unique role in the birth of our new nation.
Jul 25, 2026 Sat 7 p.m.1776 Singalong & Discussion
In partnership with Emerging Revolutionary War, join us for a fun sing-a-long and panel discussion of 1776 (1972). This ground-breaking movie written by a history teacher, inspired Hamilton and provides insight into people and politics of the 18th and 20th centuries.

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