If you're not well-versed when it comes to Argentinian cuisine, allow Tango Pastry to give you a crash course. The bakery in Alexandria specializes in South American sweets and treats, from pastries and cakes to empanadas and brunch fare—so take your taste buds on an adventure when you stop by Tango. If you're in the […]
One of Alexandria’s most popular spots for live music is The Birchmere, a rocking venue that hosts acts of all genres. There are concerts at The Birchmere nearly every day of the week, and upcoming shows include performances by Los Lonely Boys, Mint Condition, The Bacon Brothers, Kim Waters, and The Whispers. Many frequenters of […]
It’s certainly a time for those in the business of dessert to show that they are unique and creative. Enter Whim Pop of Alexandria. The dessert shop specializes in frozen fruit ice pops and other desserts. Whim Pop is located just two and a half miles from The Shelby, making it an excellent place to […]
What originally began as two businesses—one dedicated to consigning furnishings, another to antiques—has merged to become a single institution in the Alexandria community: Evolution Home. This locally owned store is a far cry from the big-box home stores you might be used to. Its mix of secondhand and antique home furnishings is carefully curated to […]
Did you know that there is a martial arts and boxing gym that is located only a few mintues from The Shelby? Capital MMA & Elite Fitness is a premier boxing and martial arts gym that offers classes for people of all fitness levels. There are a range of classes available at the local gym, […]
From Martha Washington to Robert E. Lee, some of history's most significant figures trusted their prescriptions to the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary. Opened in 1792, the family business thrived for the next 40-plus years, most of it spent in the location on South Fairfax Street. Today, the establishment continues to teach about health, but with a historical […]
A Civil War hospital. The first U.S. Bicentennial Visitor's Center. A private home. The Lyceum has played all of these roles over the course of its long life. Its story began in 1838 Alexandria when a group of locals decided that the city was lacking in opportunities for education and culture. They vowed to create […]
Some of the most authentic museum experiences are those that take place where history was actually made. Gadsby’s Tavern Museum in Alexandria offers just that. The museum—which is just about three miles from The Shelby Apartments—is an old tavern and social meeting place turned historical landmark. Gadsby’s Tavern was operated by John Gadsby from 1796 […]
One of two successful Alexandria locations, the Healthy Nails Spa near The Shelby has built its business on a different type of mani-pedi, one that actually makes your nails healthier. Its nail techs use a dipping powder fortified with vitamin E and calcium, which keeps your nails strong and beautiful even if you come in […]
One customer says walking into El Eden Supermercado is "like walking into another country." That's because the market near The Shelby stocks Latin American groceries you won't see on the shelves at your typical grocery store as well as fresh produce, seafood, and some staple brands you would encounter at any supermarket. A perk of […]