Attention history buffs: don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the Alexandria Visitor Center’s Mercy in Alexandria Tour through Old Town this fall. Part history lesson, part scenic tour, this excursion is based on the PBS mini-series Mercy Street. Guided by a military historian, you will be taken on a one-hour, eight-stop adventure that highlights historic […]
On Saturday, October 22nd, the Carlyle House Historic Park is home to a very special event: a whiskey tasting that will take place inside the historic mansion. Stop by from 7 to 9 p.m. to sip fine Virginia whiskeys while feasting on fall-inspired hors d'oeuvres and even some whiskey-flavored ice cream. Tickets for the tasting […]
Art on the Avenue, voted Best in Virginia by Virginia Living Magazine, is a must-visit, one-day festival that combines art, music, food, and local culture. Celebrating the diversity of the Del Ray neighborhood, Art on the Avenue is held on Mt. Vernon Avenue between Bellefonte and Hume, and features over 300 different artists, all selling […]
The Alexandria Symphony Orchestra was established in 1954 with a simple goal: to bring music to everyone in Alexandria, even if they can't typically afford a night at the symphony. The Alexandria Symphony Family Fall Festival exemplifies this goal with its large lineup of live music, composed mostly of community groups. Music isn't the only […]
Lovers of ice cream and fine art converge at the Annual Alexandria King Street Art Festival each year for the Ice Cream Bowl Fundraiser. Pay $15, and you'll not only enjoy scoops of artisanal local ice cream, but you'll also be able to bring home the bowl from which you scoop it, a handcrafted creation […]
A staple of the neighborhood that has the reputation of being one of the best dessert shops in the DC area, The Dairy Godmother is a must-visit for any fan of sweet treats. The frozen custard here is freshly made and blended to your order. The menu here is simple: chocolate and vanilla custard are […]
Farmers’ markets are a great place to support your local neighborhood vendors and also grab some fresh local foods, so having a regularly occurring one in your neighborhood can be a real bonus, especially when moving to a new city. So, residents of The Shelby, be sure to check out the Old Town Farmers’ Market […]
The South has some of the country’s richest and most controversial history, and for residents of Alexandria, the Alexandria Black History Museum offers a variety of unique exhibits displaying important events of this region's past. The museum is located just three miles from The Shelby, making it a great destination for a summer day trip. […]
More than 80 artists’ studios make up the Torpedo Factory Art Center, a collection of galleries in Alexandria. More than 500,000 visitors check out the galleries every year, and many patrons find great items to bring home. The studios in the Art Center are home to photography, paintings, ceramics, jewelry, fiber art, and so much […]
Verdigris may no longer have a permanent brick-and-mortar location—the Old Town Alexandria shop closed its doors on the Fourth of July—but that doesn't mean its inventory has gotten any smaller. To the contrary, its warehouse in Springfield remains stuffed with vintage furniture, home decor, and apparel. It's just that the majority of Verdigris' business is […]