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Alexandria Canal Lock and Basin - One Day Viewing

Title:Alexandria Canal Lock and Basin - One Day Viewing
Date & Time:Sun Jan 19, 2025 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:Old Town Alexandria
King, Royal and Fairfax Streets
Event Details:Alexandria Archaeology Announces Discovery of Alexandria Canal Lock and Basin; Hosts One Day Only Viewing for Public.

The Public is invited to view remains from an Alexandria Canal lock and basin at a site in Old Town North, discovered by archaeologists from Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company. The City of Alexandria and Carr Properties have arranged for public viewing of the site, rain or shine, from the sidewalk. Visitors should meet at the Old Town North Farmer's Market, N. Royal Street and Montgomery Street, Alexandria, to begin their tour. Archaeologists will be on hand to provide information and answer questions.

Historic maps depict the fourth lock and third basin of the Alexandria Canal within the 900 block of North Pitt Street. The Alexandria Canal fully opened in 1845 for trade and navigation, linking Alexandria to the Chesapeake & Ohio (C&O) Canal at Georgetown. Ultimately, railroad transportation eclipsed the canal system and it was abandoned in 1886.

The active construction site will not be open to the public during the viewing, but notable elements of the site will be visible from the sidewalk, including the canal lock walls. Street parking is limited; participants are encouraged to walk, bike, or ride DASH to the viewing or park in nearby garages or lots.
For more information about Alexandria Archaeology, visit alexandriava.gov/Archaeology.
Fees:Free
Audience:Anyone may attend
Tags:Archaeology Museum, Museums, Old & Historic Alexandria, Old Town


For event details visit https://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/?58530
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