Souvenir & Museum Shops
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Alexandria Visitors Center at Ramsay House
221 King Street
Alexandria, VA 22314 map it
Phone: 703/838-5005
www.visitalexandriava.comNamed for William Ramsay, Scottish merchant and city founder. Stop by for sightseeing brochures, maps, etc. Gift shop. Now open daily 9 a.m.-8 p.m. (Handicap assistance is available at the lower King St. entrance).
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America!
113 King Street
Alexandria , VA 22314 map it
Phone: 703/838-9650
www.americastore.comShop for hundreds of exclusive and memorable gifts capturing the politics, current events, history and spirit of the USA, including a vast array of Virginia and Washington, DC, souvenirs and collectibles.
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Carlyle House
121 N. Fairfax St.
Alexandria, VA 22314 map it
Phone: 703/549-2997
Fax: 703/549-5738
www.carlylehouse.orgA Georgian Palladian manor house built in 1753 by Scottish merchant and city founder John Carlyle. Here, five royal governors and General Braddock met to discuss funding of the French and Indian War. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. noon-4 p.m. (tours on the hour and half hour, last tour at 4).
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Christ Church Gift Shop
121 N. Columbus St.
Alexandria, VA 22314 map it
Phone: 703/836-5258
www.historicchristchurch.orgCards and stationery, artwork, jewelry, Bibles, prayer books and more. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Christmas Attic Inc.
125 S. Union St.
Alexandria, VA 22314 map it
Phone: 703/548-2829
Fax: 703/684-7064
www.christmasattic.comA family-run business in historic Old Town Alexandria. Find our 1785 warehouse on the oldest street in town. See the train chugging along our old hand-hewn rafters! A "must see" Christmas shop, the Attic has so many treasures you may have a hard time leaving!
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Gadsby's Tavern Museum
134 N. Royal St.
Alexandria, VA 22314 map it
Phone: 703/838-4242
Fax: 703/838-4270
www.gadsbystavern.orgConsists of two buildings, the 1785 Georgian tavern and the 1792 City Hotel. The tavern has been authentically restored to its 18th-century appearance. Notable guests included George Washington & Thomas Jefferson. Apr.-Oct.: Sun. & Mon. 1-5 p.m., Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Nov.-March.: Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 1-4 p.m.
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JJ's Hallmark
610 King St.
Alexandria, VA 22314 map it
Phone: 703/299-8784
Unique card & gift shop with souvenir balloons, "Webkinz," custom-printed stamps, copy machine and much more.
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The Lyceum, Alexandria's History Museum
201 S. Washington St.
Alexandria, VA 22314 map it
Phone: 703/838-4994
Fax: 703/838-4997
www.alexandriahistory.orgThe 1839 Greek Revival building serves as the City's history museum. An ongoing exhibition tells the story of Alexandria, once one of the busiest ports in America. Archaeological finds, old photographs, maps, original art works and a wide variety of historic artifacts provide the visitor with a picture of the City's past. Changing exhibitions explore special themes, people, places or events within Alexandria's history. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m.
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Olsson's Books & Records
106 S. Union Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: 703/684-0077
www.olssons.comA locally owned & operated book and recorded music store, Olsson's occupies a renovated warehouse in historic Old Town. The Music Department features classical, rock, folk, and jazz. Our Book Department specializes in current Fiction, History and Biography, and also sells remainders, used, and out-of-print books.
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Patricia Palermino Studio
www.patpalermino.comThis self-taught American folk artist portrays scenes from Alexandria and Washington, D.C. Her book about Alex, the Un-official mascot of Alexandria, is available at the Alexandria Visitors Center, and her works are available at a wide variety of galleries as well as from the artist herself.
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Winterthur Museum Store
207 King St.
Alexandria, VA 22314 map it
Phone: 703/684-6092
Fax: 703/684-6184
www.winterthur.orgGifts reflecting the spirit of Winterthur Museum. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat., noon-6 p.m. Sun.
