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Exhibit Opening: "Preserving Maritime Heritage"

Title:Exhibit Opening: "Preserving Maritime Heritage"
Date & Time:Sat Oct 19, 2019 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location:Alexandria Archaeology Museum, 105 N. Union St. (Map This)
Suite #327
Event Details:Celebrate Virginia Archaeology Month with the opening of Alexandria Archaeology’s newest exhibit! Recent development along the waterfront has led to significant discoveries by archaeologists, including the remains of four historic ships. Follow the story of the city’s maritime heritage from excavation to preservation. View a 3D model of one of the historic vessels and find out how archaeologists are answering questions about the age and use of the ships, and what role they may have played in Alexandria’s 18th and 19th century economies.
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Contact Person:Emma Richardson
Contact Phone No.:703.746.4399
Contact Email:archaeology@alexandriava.gov
Fees:Free
Audience:Anyone may attend
Tags:Archaeology Museum, Museums, Old & Historic Alexandria, Torpedo Factory Art Center


For event details visit https://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/?27970
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