Lyceum, Alexandria's History Museum
- 201 S. Washington Street
- Alexandria, VA 22314
- Phone: (703) 746-4994
- Visit Website
The 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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"Occupied City: Life in Civil War Alexandria" Exhibition
- Location: Lyceum, Alexandria's History Museum
- Address: 201 S. Washington Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
- Recurrence: Recurring daily
"Occupied City: Life in Civil War Alexandria" examines life in an American town, seized and held by its own Federal government, following Virginia's decision to secede from the Union in May 1861. See how Robert E. Lee’s hometown of Alexandria was transformed literally overnight from a prosperous, bustling commercial port into a supply, hospital, and transportation center for the Union Army, and find out why Alexandria became a destination for African Americans seeking freedom. View Details
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