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

• Treat your mother to a free museum tours on Mother's Day, and treat your father on Father's Day.
• 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!
• The Apothecary Museum is proud to be a Blue Star Museum partner, offering free admission for active duty military and their families (presenting military IDs) Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.

eHistory at your Fingertips

• Become a fan on Facebook 
  Be the first to hear about the news of the day at the Museum with pictures, events, and more!
• Sign up for This Week in Historic Alexandria
  To receive information about Historic Alexandria programs, special events, and more, update your subscription or subscribe to Alexandria eNews.

Other Important Links

• Historic House Museum Consortium
• National Register of Historic Places