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History of Alexandria's George Washington Masonic National Memorial
The George Washington Masonic National Memorial is an impressive architectural structures in Alexandria and was built to honor Washington.
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Jan 238 min read
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Six Alexandria Historical Gems That Locals Don't Even Know About
Think you know Alexandria like the back of your hand? Think again! Here are six Alexandria historical gems that locals don't even know about
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Aug 25, 20246 min read
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Celebrating the Marine Corps Birthday in Alexandria: A Historical Connection
The Marine Corps turns 248 on November 10, 2023. In Old Town Alexandria, we have a rebuilt ship on which the Marines first deployed in 1776,
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Nov 10, 20237 min read
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Ice For Sale! A History of Alexandria's Ice Industry
The ice business boomed in Alexandria, Virginia since the 1790s. In the 2020s, Old Town has an abundance of ice cream businesses.
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Sep 22, 20236 min read
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Activities in Old Town Alexandria for friends and family
Get ready for your family and friends coming to town! Perhaps one of the following scenarios applies to you: Scenario 1: You are a...
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Jun 8, 20234 min read
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Ways to Travel Around D.C. and Alexandria
This post explores some of the best methods of travel to and from Washington D.C. and Alexandria.
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May 26, 20233 min read
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