Historic Alexandria
Welcome to Historic Alexandria
Many of the city's premier historic sites fall under the administration of the Office of Historic Alexandria, the department of City government charged with the conservation, interpretation and promotion of these links to the past. These sites bring Alexandria's varied and storied history to life. Additionally, Alexandria has many more historic sites which are open to the public and tell a significant part of the city's historical tale.
Visit City of Alexandria museums and historic sites and discover our past, present and future!
The Office of Historic Alexandria is accredited by the American Alliance of Museum and is a member of the International Coalition of Sites of Conscience.

The City of Alexandria is committed to supporting those who may be impacted by recent and pending federal government actions, including workforce reductions. Learn more about these resources by visiting our Resources for Federal Government Employees Impacted by Workforce Reductions webpage.
Upcoming Events
Join us for the events below, and check our calendar for more from Historic Alexandria.
Exhibit: Moss H. Kendrix: Reframing the Black Image
Become Involved
Learn about Alexandria's Past
Historic Alexandria Museums
More City of Alexandria Historic Sites
- Alexandria African American Heritage Park
- Alexandria Union Station (historic train station)
- Archives and Records Center (by appointment)
- Contrabands and Freedmen Cemetery Memorial
- Lloyd House (administrative offices; garden open)
- Murray-Dick-Fawcett House (garden open)
Alexandria also has many fine museums and historic sites that are not City-owned. Find information on these historic attractions.
Learn More
About Historic Alexandria
Contact Historic Alexandria Administration
Gretchen M. Bulova, Director
The Lloyd House
220 N. Washington Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
703.746.4554
Contact us through Alex311 or view the Historic Alexandria Administration page.
Social Media and Newsletters
Stay Connected with Historic Alexandria
Historic Alexandria
Click on Stay Connected, above, to see the social media presence for each of our museums.
Newsletters
Sign up for with Alexandria eNews to see these newsletters in your inbox.
- This Week in Historic Alexandria (weekly)
- Alexandria Community Remembrance Project Newsletter (monthly)