Sites and Places to See
Suggestions for tourists or locals on sights relating to our history and the cultures reflected in our area.
The Many Faces of The Lyceum
Lyceum in Old Town Alexandria
The Lyceum in Alexandria has had many faces through the years. Built in 1839, The Lyceum was founded by several men who merged with the Alexandria Library Company. First, the historical site was a cultural center. Then, when the Civil War came to the area The Lyceum was used as a hospital for Union Soldiers. After the war ended the site became a private home, office space and a Bicentennial Center through the years. Now, it is a museum also used for different events in the area.
For more information please contact:
The Lyceum
201 S.Washington Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
703-838-4994
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The Hanging Gardens of King Street Gardens Park
Hanging Gardens
Situated at the foot of the George Washington National Masonic Memorial, the King Street Gardens Park can be found near the King St. Metro of Old Town Alexandria VA and surrounded by numerous hotels, offices, metro stop and AMTRAK.
The King Street Gardens highlight a large metal sculpture with hanging gardens. This sculpture along with the sunken gardens offers references to the historic points of the area. The sculpture features, an abstract metal design of a ship’s prow, a plow or a colonial styled 3 cornered hat. The plantings and the sunken garden give a historic reference to the wetlands that originally was found here. In remembrance of the Victorian Era of Old Town, trellised gardens have been planted accordingly as the street grid followed the original street plan by George Washington.
Everyone in the community can enjoy the beauty of King Street Garden Park especially when concerts and the Old Town Farmer’s Market is set up here.
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Alexandria’s Little Theatre
The Alexandria Little Theatre is located in Old Town Alexandria VA
Alexandria’s Little Theatre is a wonderful addition to this community of Old Town Alexandria Virginia. In 1934 it was founded by Mary Lindsey and was first named Peacock Players. Located in the Old Town area at 60 Wolfe Street Alexandria, Virginia it not only produces intriguing shows, you can also volunteer, audition, or take a class. The theatre offers:
- Adult Classes
- Youth Classes
- Summer Camps
- Membership
- One-Act Playwright Competition
Becoming a member, with an annual fee, you become part of the theatre family by volunteering, using your skills, receiving a newsletter and receiving discounted fees to the productions. If you have any questions or just want to see more you can visit The Little Theatre at www.thelittletheatre.com
Roses and Leisure at Bon Air Memorial Rose Garden
Floral Grandeur at Bon Air Memorial Rose Garden
850 North Lexington St.
Arlington, VA 22205
Situated at the corner of North Lexington and Wilson Boulevard at North Lexington Street in Arlington, The Bon Air Memorial Rose Garden features 135 rose varieties and over 2500 plant species It is the scenic location for botanical aficionados, lovers or for those who would just like to enjoy the 23.65 acres of nature.
Amenities offered at Bon Air Memorial Rose Garden:
- 3 Water Fountains
- Picnic Shelter
- 1 Open Leisure Space
- Grills
- Paved Trails
- Stream
- Restrooms
- Playgrounds
- 2 Tennis Courts
- 1 Basketball Court
- 1 Volleyball Court
The highlights of the Bon Air Memorial Rose Garden, where “All American Roses” is held yearly, are the rose garden, azalea garden, shade garden, sun garden and ornamental tree garden showcasing miniature roses, Hybrid Tea Roses, Floribunda, Grandiflora and more. The rose garden is managed by the Arlington Rose Foundation. For more information about the rose garden, please contact the Arlington Rose Foundation at 703 358 4747.
The Bon Air Memorial Rose Garden is open from Sunrise till half an hour after Sunset throughout the year.
The Torpedo Factory Art Center
Located on the Waterfront of Historic Old Town Alexandria, the Torpedo Factory Art Center is a great place for art lovers and tourists alike. The center is stocked
A Penthouse unit from the Torpedo Factory
with pieces ranging from “The Nest Project” to at “Fiberworks” Gallery. The museum has over 500,000 visitors annually and has over 82 artist studios, six galleries, two workshops, and the Alexandria Archaeology Museum. The center also houses over 165 visual artists who produce artwork ranging from painting to stained glass. The Torpedo Factory is located at 105 N. Union Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. (703) 838-4565.
Across the street from the Torpedo Factory Art Center is the Torpedo Factory Condominiums, a collection of apartment and townhouse-style condos at the heart of Old Town’s most desirable waterfront locations.
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Virginia’s Great “Alexandria Cemetery”
Virginia’s great Alexandria Cemetery is located at 1450 Wilkes Street Alexandria Virginia, 22314. The cemetery is under the jurisdiction of the Quantico National Cemetery. Starting with only 4 acres in the 1860′s and named Spring Garden Farms, it was attained by the U.S. in the 1870′s.
The land served as a camp for Union Soldiers during the Civil War. These soldiers were eventually defeated and the land became a supply area for the duration of the war. The Alexandria National Cemetery was first home to soldiers who died from disease in Alexandria.
The Cemetery consisted of a fountain, a wrought iron rostrum, walkways, and a pond. The most notable part of the cemetery is the Superintendent’s Lodge.
In 1922 a Granite Boulder Memorial was built in memory of the chasers of President Lincoln’s assassin. Other notable people that are buried within the cemetery include:
Flowers can be placed at anytime on the graves in the Alexandria National Cemetery. When you are in Alexandria the cemetery is a great place to visit and be “Proud of America”.
No. Virginia and Tourism – Perfect Together?
When was the last time you were a tourist in your own backyard?
Most residents of Fairfax County and the northern Virginia area think they live in the shadow of Washington DC tourism. Who can compete with attractions such as the White House, the Capitol, the historical monuments and the Smithsonian museums?
But a closer look at Northern Virginia makes one realize how much there is to see before trekking into DC.
Start with a trip to George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens in Mount Vernon, VA. Open year round (including Christmas), Mount Vernon includes a restaurant, food court and shop, all recently renovated,
Fairfax County is home to Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, the nation’s only national park dedicated to the performing arts. Wolf Trap, with indoor and outdoor concert venues, is in Vienna, just off the Dulles Toll Road about halfway between downtown Washington and Dulles Airport.
When the Smithsonian ran out of room at its DC based National Air and Space Museum, it built a beautiful extension in Chantilly, VA. The Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center displays the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird, Boeing B-29 Superfortress Enola Gay and the Space Shuttle Enterprise among others. There is also an Airbus IMAC Theater.
Nature lovers can visit Great Falls National Park for its hiking trails and beautiful views. Like Wolf Trap, it, too, is run by the National Park Service.
History, adventure, the theater and a hike? Sounds like a great vacation is just around the corner.
Exciting Downtown Falls Church
Colonial style
Downtown Falls Church is part of Washington D.C.’s Metro area. The community has a deep historical background that dates back as far as the 1600′s. This area was home to Colonial Settlements and Native Americans. In 1948 Falls Church became an incorporated city. Located about six miles form the capital, Route 7 and Route 29 intersect in the city’s downtown area.
There is plenty to enjoy in Falls Church including museums, restaurants, shopping, and art galleries. Visiting is highly recommended.
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Lloyd House in Old Town Alexandria
Lloyd House
The Lloyd house is a historic building in Alexandria, VA. It was built in the late 18th century Georgian architectural style by a prominent entrepreneur named John Wise in 1796-1797. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on July 12, 1976. It was a very popular house for people with high statuses. George Washington once visited it, and later it was sold to Jacob Hoffman who eventually became Mayor of Alexandria. Over the next decade it was sold a couple times, the last buyer was John Lloyd whose wife was the cousin of Robert E. Lee. The Lloyd family owned the house for the next 100 years until it fell into ruin in the 1940′s and 1950′s. It was later bought buy a businessman from Wyoming who financed the renovation for it. Then in 1968, after it was fully restored it was sold to the government of Alexandria.
The Lloyd house is currently the Administrative Headquarters for the office of Historic Alexandria. Which is a department of the city of alexandria, dedicated to the preservation and collection of historic sites. Many events take place at the Lloyd House, including weddings, rehearsal dinners, fund-raisers, and workshops.
Facilities Coordinator
Lloyd House
220 N. Washington Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 838-4554
For any of your Real Estate needs around Alexandria feel free to contact Will Nesbitt of Condo Alexandria.
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Surprising homes near Occoquan Regional Park
The Occoqan Regional Park is located in Lorton, Virginia, in Fairfax County, right across from the Town of Occoquan. It’s located on the Occoquan River. It opened in 2008 making it 1 of 29 parks in the Northern Virginia Regional Parks Authority. It has around 400 acres of recreational space. There are many different things to do there such as, hit the batting cage, have a picnic, get a snack at the snack bar in the marina, play your favorite sport on one of their athletic fields, etc. They also have a boat ramp and boat storage. Their hiking trail is 1.1 miles round trip and forms a loop. The trail is well maintained. Most say that the blue trail is a great running trail and is very well marked. Dogs are of course welcome in the park. Historic black kilns from the early 1900′s can be found on the property, reminding us of the women suffragists who demonstrated in front of the White House and were then imprisoned on the prison farm where these are found.
If you’re shopping for a home you might be surprised to learn just how affordable and pleasant some homes in Occoquan and near the park might be.
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