Experience 19th-Century Science at “The Forces Awaken!”
Prepare for an evening of philosophic reveries, scientific amusements, and curious demonstrations during “The Forces Awaken!” on Thursday, November 12, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington Street. Discover the unseen and mysterious forces of the universe as The Professor presents a grand spectacle of 19th-century science! Tickets are $15 per person and $12 for Historic Alexandria members. Purchase tickets online through the Historic Alexandria Shop.
Join veteran science educator and historian Dean Howarth of The Natural Philosopher, LLC, for an evening of extraordinary scientific demonstrations inspired by experiments conducted at Lyceum Hall in the 1840s and 1850s. Experience astounding and sometimes shocking demonstrations as you explore the invisible forces all around us through the science and discoveries of the 19th century.
Beer and wine will be available for purchase by attendees ages 21 and older. Valid ID is required.
About the Office of Historic Alexandria
The Office of Historic Alexandria preserves and shares the history of the City of Alexandria with eight museums, historic sites, archives, archaeology, tours, exhibits, and public programs. Through powerful storytelling and confronting the City’s past, Historic Alexandria enriches the present and inspires the future. We enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors and serve as a partner in the City’s equity and inclusion initiatives. For more information, visit alexandriava.gov/Historic.
For reasonable disability accommodation, contact Nicole Quinn at historicalexandria@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.4554, Virginia Relay 711.
If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available to you, please email LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov or call 703-746-3960.