Preservation Tours: Lost Buildings in Alexandria

The City of Alexandria has seen older buildings and spaces being restored, preserved and reused in different ways.However, there were many buildings that were not preserved and have been lost to time. In honor of National Historic Preservation Month, explore the streets of Alexandria with stops at locations where historic buildings once stood.

The program is a joint effort between the Lee-Fendall House and Carlyle House Historic Park. Tours begin at Lee-Fendall House Museum at 10 a.m. every Saturday in September. The tour includes walking over many city blocks, so please dress appropriately for the terrain and weather. Tours are limited to 10 people. Tickets are $25 per person.