Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum
The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum was a family business founded in 1792 and operated in this location from 1796 until 1933. It represents one of Alexandria's oldest continuously run businesses that combined retailing, wholesaling, and manufacturing. The museum boasts a remarkable collection of herbal botanicals, handblown glass, and medical equipment, much still in its original location. It also has a spectacular collection of archival materials, including journals, letters and diaries, prescription and formula books, ledgers, orders and invoices. The names of famous customers appear in these documents, including Martha Washington, Nelly Custis and Robert E. Lee.
Since 2006 when the museum was donated to the City of Alexandria, the museum continues to evolve as new research is uncovered and the museum expands its understanding and interpretation of the medical and business history captured by this site.
What's New
- Explore the Wonders of Science on Saturday, February 4, and Saturday, March 24, through demonstrations presented by Project Enlightenment! Members of McLean High School’s historical reenactment society will conduct these scientific demonstrations, which are certain to expand visitors’ knowledge about science in the 1700s. While you’re there, explore the Apothecary and its large variety of curious objects, from poison bottles to dragon’s blood. Reservations required so please call 703.746.3852 to be awed by 18th-century science!
- Thank you for your continued support over this past year and your commitment to the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum. We appreciate your contributions to the Apothecary Museum!
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