January 2009
HistoricAlexandriaALIVE
Join us on the streets of Alexandria as history comes to life! Each Sunday, learn, participate, engage, and enjoy with performers and costumed interpreters from noon to 5 p.m. Find performers at Market Square, along King Street between Market Square and the waterfront, and on the waterfront behind the Torpedo Factory. Free! Check it out!-
Holidays at Mount Vernon
December 1 - January 6
Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens
South end of the GW Parkway
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy
Mount Vernon, VA 22121
www.MountVernon.org 703/780-2000
The Washingtons' seasonal entertaining is interpreted daily, including Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Visitors learn about 18th-century holiday activities at Mount Vernon and tour the Mansion. Martha Washington’s garret chamber, on the rarely-seen third floor of the Mansion, will be open. The Mansion is authentically decorated with natural greenery and set for a festive holiday gathering.
$ Entrance Fee
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18th-Century Dance Lessons
January 29 - February 12
Gadsby’s Tavern Museum
134 North Royal Street
Alexandria , VA 22314
www.gadsbystavern.org 703/838-4242
In preparation for the Birthnight Ball on February 14, learn 18th-century English country dancing from expert dance instructors. 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. $12 per class; $30 for the series of three. Reservations recommended.
$ Entrance Fee
