Events & Public Meetings

Date    TimeEvent
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 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 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!
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 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."
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.

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