Events & Public Meetings

Date    TimeEvent
Nov 9, 2025 Sun 11 a.m.Specialty Tour: A Magical Apothecary
Learn about the muggle botanical science that inspired the potions and herbology of Harry Potter's wizarding world on a tour of this 19th century apothecary, and make your own magical potion! Recommended for ages 8 and up. Children must be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult.
Nov 10, 2025 Mon 7 p.m.Alexandria-Caen Sister City Committee
In-person meeting
Nov 12, 2025 Wed 8 a.m.Historical Restoration and Preservation Commission
In-person meeting
Nov 14, 2025 Fri 6 p.m.Tables of Conscience: Banned Books Dinner
Back and better than ever, ACRP will hold book-themed dinners to raise money for the scholarships in the names of Joseph McCoy and Benjamin Thomas. About a week before the dinner, those who reserved spots will receive an email with the name and address of the hosts.
Nov 15, 2025 Sat 11 a.m.Specialty Tour: Fort Ward & Lewis Cass White
Come explore the special exhibition, "Lewis Cass White: Preserving the Legacy of Fort Stevens," at Fort Ward Museum & Historic Site. The exhibition highlights the efforts of a Civil War veteran to recognize and preserve the site of Fort Stevens, where the only battle in the Defenses of Washington occurred.
Nov 15, 2025 Sat 5:30 p.m.An Intimate Reception with George Washington
Join General Washington at the beautiful and historic Duvall House, 305 Cameron Street where he was feted by leading Alexandrians upon his triumphant return from the Revolutionary War in 1783. The General will share his most poignant memories of the war and answer questions about his life and times.
Nov 15, 2025 Sat 6 p.m.Tables of Conscience: Banned Books Dinner
Back and better than ever, ACRP will hold book-themed dinners to raise money for the scholarships in the names of Joseph McCoy and Benjamin Thomas. About a week before the dinner, those who reserved spots will receive an email with the name and address of the hosts.
Nov 17, 2025 Mon 7 p.m.Sister Cities Committee Dundee and Helsingborg
In-person meeting
Nov 17, 2025 Mon 7 p.m.George Washington Birthday Celebration Committee
In-person meeting
Nov 17, 2025 Mon 7 p.m.Lecture: “Riotous Prints and Seditious Pots"
Join the Alexandria Association for a lecture presented by Patrick Mullins titled “Riotous Prints and Seditious Pots: Political Radicalism in the Fine and Decorative Arts on the Eve of the American Revolution.”
Nov 18, 2025 Tue 7 p.m.Historic Alexandria Resources Commission (HARC)
In-person meeting
Nov 19, 2025 Wed 7 p.m.Alexandria Archaeological Commission Meeting
In-person Meeting
Nov 20, 2025 Thu 7 p.m.Bienvenue Beaujolais
Please join the Alexandria-Caen Sister City Committee for a special evening of French food and wine! We will enjoy the anticipated 2025 Beaujolais Nouveau and then explore beyond the Beaujolais region to showcase some of the finest French wines. For guests 21 and over.
Nov 22, 2025 Sat 1 p.m.Alexandria Cider Festival
Celebrate Virginia Cider Week! With a special tasting event on the grounds of historic Lloyd House in Old Town Alexandria. Event ticket includes cider tastings, live music, a tasting glass, and a little history too!
Nov 23, 2025 Sun 3 p.m.Swedish Coffee Culture Event
Join the Alexandria Sister Cities Committee at Buzz Bakeshop (901 Slaters Lane) to learn about Swedish Coffee culture (fika)! As part of Alexandria’s sister city relationship with Helsingborg, Sweden, this event celebrates a beloved Swedish tradition.
Dec 3, 2025 Wed 7 p.m.Family Holiday Magic Show
Join us at the Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum for a free holiday magic show, performed by professional magicians who are members of Ring 50, the DC-area chapter of the International Brotherhood of Magicians. This modern family-friendly show will be geared toward children ages 5 to 12, but all are welcome.
Dec 7, 2025 Sun 12 p.m.Old Town Gingerbread Decorating
Learn about local architecture as you decorate a flat “façade” (front) based on historic buildings around Gadsby’s Tavern Museum. Ticket includes one flat gingerbread façade, all the supplies needed to decorate, and admission to the museum. Inspiring samples highlight architectural details you can recreate in candy. Great for families & adult groups. ...
Dec 13, 2025 Sat 10 a.m.Storytime for Little Historians
Dynamic storytellers use books written by and about African American people and other communities of color to engage with ages 5-8.
Dec 13, 2025 Sat 12 p.m.Habari Gani!
Celebrate Kwanzaa with Historic Alexandria in a vibrant, hands-on workshop led by Danielle Branche-Brown, LCMFT, Founder of The Self-Care Academy. Explore the Seven Principles (Nguzo Saba) through art, storytelling, and creativity while designing a personal vision board that reflects unity, purpose, and joy.
Dec 13, 2025 Sat 12 p.m.Christmas in Camp
Learn how Christmas was observed during the Civil War at this popular family-oriented event. Features a patriotic Civil War Santa Claus, reenactors in winter camp settings, period decorations, fort tours, and kids' activities.
Dec 14, 2025 Sun 11 a.m.Specialty Tour: A Magical Apothecary
Learn about the muggle botanical science that inspired the potions and herbology of Harry Potter's wizarding world on a tour of this 19th century apothecary, and make your own magical potion! Recommended for ages 8 and up. Children must be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult.
Dec 14, 2025 Sun 2 p.m.Colonial Handbell Ringers Concert
The Colonial English Handbell Ringers bring peace to your world and joy to your hearts this holiday season as we proudly present our 2025 holiday concert “Tidings of Comfort and Joy.” This year‘s concert will feature several serene, beautiful, nostalgic winter pieces such as “Twas in the Moon of Wintertime” and “White Christmas."
Dec 14, 2025 Sun 4 p.m.Colonial Handbell Ringers Concert
The Colonial English Handbell Ringers bring peace to your world and joy to your hearts this holiday season as we proudly present our 2025 holiday concert “Tidings of Comfort and Joy.” This year‘s concert will feature several serene, beautiful, nostalgic winter pieces such as “Twas in the Moon of Wintertime” and “White Christmas."
Dec 15, 2025 Mon 7 p.m.George Washington Birthday Celebration Committee
In-person meeting
Dec 16, 2025 Tue 7 p.m.Historic Alexandria Resources Commission (HARC)
In-person meeting
Dec 17, 2025 Wed 7 p.m.Alexandria Archaeological Commission Meeting
In-person Meeting
Jan 19, 2026 Mon 7 p.m.George Washington Birthday Celebration Committee
In-person meeting
Jan 20, 2026 Tue 7 p.m.Historic Alexandria Resources Commission (HARC)
In-person meeting
Jan 23, 2026 Fri 6 p.m.Tavern Games Night: Bicentennial Mania
Join us for our Game Night series. Each Friday evening features tavern games, with a brief themed presentation and pub trivia around 7:30 p.m. Cash bar available during the event. Please note this event takes place up one flight of stairs in the historic Ballroom of Gadsby’s Tavern Museum.
Feb 16, 2026 Mon 7 p.m.George Washington Birthday Celebration Committee
In-person meeting
Feb 17, 2026 Tue 7 p.m.Historic Alexandria Resources Commission (HARC)
In-person meeting
Mar 17, 2026 Tue 7 p.m.Historic Alexandria Resources Commission (HARC)
In-person meeting
Apr 21, 2026 Tue 7 p.m.Historic Alexandria Resources Commission (HARC)
In-person meeting
May 19, 2026 Tue 7 p.m.Historic Alexandria Resources Commission (HARC)
In-person meeting
Jun 16, 2026 Tue 7 p.m.Historic Alexandria Resources Commission (HARC)
In-person meeting
Jul 21, 2026 Tue 7 p.m.Historic Alexandria Resources Commission (HARC)
In-person meeting
Aug 18, 2026 Tue 7 p.m.Historic Alexandria Resources Commission (HARC)
In-person meeting
Sep 15, 2026 Tue 7 p.m.Historic Alexandria Resources Commission (HARC)
In-person meeting
Oct 20, 2026 Tue 7 p.m.Historic Alexandria Resources Commission (HARC)
In-person meeting
Nov 17, 2026 Tue 7 p.m.Historic Alexandria Resources Commission (HARC)
In-person meeting
Dec 15, 2026 Tue 7 p.m.Historic Alexandria Resources Commission (HARC)
In-person meeting

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