Established in 1774 as Alexandria’s first volunteer fire company, the Friendship Fire Company has a long history of fighting fires, including several big blazes during the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. Today, visitors are invited to the Friendship Firehouse Museum at the Friendship Fire Company, which continues to serve as …

Located at 118 North Washington St. in Old Town, Historic Christ Church was first known as the “Church in the Woods” because it was built so far from town. Today, Historic Christ Church, which was built between 1767 and 1773, is no longer the “Church in the Woods”, but a …

Frying Pan Farm Park, in Herndon, VA, is a great place to introduce children to the wonders of farm life. This park has preserved farm life from the 1920s through the 1950s for people to understand how things were once done in rural communities. The farm offers visitors a chance …

From the late 18th century into the early 19th century, Gadsby’s Tavern was the place that Alexandria’s elite met for food, drinks, and fun. Today, you can still sit down at Gadsby’s Tavern and enjoy George Washington’s Favorite (grilled duck), as well as a number of other meals that were …

Located alongside the Potomac River in Old Town Alexandria, the Torpedo Factory Art Center is home to the largest collection of working artist studios in the United States. With 82 artist studios that center on everything from painting and printmaking to ceramics, sculpting, photography, stained glass, jewelry, and fiber, this …