Events & Public Meetings

Date    TimeEvent
Mar 8, 2026 Sun 11 a.m.Specialty Tour: Women in Medicine
While men often take the spotlight, women have always shaped the practice of medicine. This tour will explore many objects in the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum used by women from the late 18th through early 20th centuries, as well as the women's influence on medicine in Alexandria and the wider world during this period.
Mar 9, 2026 Mon 7 p.m.Human Rights Commission - Executive Committee
Executive Committee meeting
Mar 9, 2026 Mon 7 p.m.Alexandria-Caen Sister City Committee
In-person meeting
Mar 10, 2026 Tue 7 p.m.Traditional Music Series Concert at The Lyceum
Cécilia - Three of Canada's finest musicians play traditional, Celtic and Quebecois music. Every one of their pieces is skillfully arranged and highlighted with influences from contemporary, classical, jazz and swing styles.
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 14, 2026 Sat 7 p.m.An Evening of Irish Music
Get into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit early with a lively evening of traditional Irish music featuring The Irish Breakfast Band at the Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum. Most Irish Breakfast Band performances feature 15 or more musicians, several fiddles and flutes, a guitar or two, a drummer, a hammered dulcimer, banjo, pipes, and a vocalist. ...
Mar 20, 2026 Fri 6:30 p.m.Grown-Up Field Trip: Black History Museum
For the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, venture out on a four-part field trip series for adults highlighting African American history around Alexandria. Explore objects and primary sources, dive into conversations, and be ready to be hands-on as you learn more about Alexandria and American history.
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.
Mar 21, 2026 Sat 1 p.m.Opening Reception: Now or Never by Alicia Eggert
Join the City of Alexandria’s Office of the Arts and artist Alicia Eggert for the opening celebration of "Now or Never" the 8th installation in the Site See: New Views in Old Town annual public art series for the opening on Saturday, March 21 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Waterfront Park (1 Prince Street) with artist remarks at 1:30 p.m. “Now or Never” by Alicia ...
Mar 22, 2026 Sun 11 a.m.Specialty Tour: Women in Medicine
While men often take the spotlight, women have always shaped the practice of medicine. This tour will explore many objects in the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum used by women from the late 18th through early 20th centuries, as well as the women's influence on medicine in Alexandria and the wider world during this period.
Mar 26, 2026 Thu 11 a.m.New Exhibit Opening – Women in Business
Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, which includes a 1785 and a 1792 tavern building, was named after John Gadsby, a male tavernkeeper during the early years of our nation’s founding. But while he was operating the 1792 tavern, Hannah Griffith was operating the 1785 tavern. Female tavern keepers were common. Visit this new exhibit to learn more. Opens March 26. ...
Apr 9, 2026 Thu 5 p.m.Historic Happy Hours - Vola's Dockside Grill
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.
Apr 10, 2026 Fri 6:30 p.m.Grown-Up Field Trip: Archaeology Museum
For the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, venture out on a four-part field trip series for adults highlighting African American history around Alexandria. Explore objects and primary sources, dive into conversations, and be ready to be hands-on as you learn more about Alexandria and American history.
Apr 13, 2026 Mon 7 p.m.Human Rights Commission - Executive Committee
Executive Committee meeting
Apr 13, 2026 Mon 7 p.m.Human Rights Commission - Executive Committee
Executive Committee meeting
Apr 13, 2026 Mon 7 p.m.Human Rights Commission - Executive Committee
Executive Committee meeting
Apr 15, 2026 Wed 7 p.m.Alexandria Archaeological Commission Meeting
In-person Meeting
May 8, 2026 Fri 6:30 p.m.Grown-Up Field Trip: Archives
For the 100th anniversary of Black History Month, venture out on a four-part field trip series for adults highlighting African American history around Alexandria. Explore objects and primary sources, dive into conversations, and be ready to be hands-on as you learn more about Alexandria and American history.
May 11, 2026 Mon 7 p.m.Human Rights Commission - Executive Committee
Executive Committee meeting
May 11, 2026 Mon 7 p.m.Human Rights Commission - Executive Committee
Executive Committee meeting
May 14, 2026 Thu 5 p.m.Historic Happy Hours - O'Connell's Irish Pub
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.
May 20, 2026 Wed 7 p.m.Alexandria Archaeological Commission Meeting
In-person Meeting
Jun 8, 2026 Mon 7 p.m.Human Rights Commission - Executive Committee
Executive Committee meeting
Jun 11, 2026 Thu 5 p.m.Historic Happy Hours - The Wharf
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.
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.
Jun 17, 2026 Wed 6:30 p.m.Alexandria Archaeological Commission Meeting
In-person Meeting
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.
Aug 19, 2026 Wed 7 p.m.Alexandria Archaeological Commission Meeting
In-person Meeting
Nov 18, 2026 Wed 7 p.m.Alexandria Archaeological Commission Meeting
In-person Meeting
Dec 6, 2026 Sun 11 a.m.Tour Friendship Firehouse Museum
Tour Friendship Firehouse Museum. Visit the historic firehouse, originally home to the first volunteer fire company in town!
Dec 16, 2026 Wed 7 p.m.Alexandria Archaeological Commission Meeting
In-person Meeting

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