Celebrate Women's History Month in Alexandria  

Each year in March, the City of Alexandria joins the global celebration honoring the social, economic, and cultural achievements of women who have played pivotal roles in shaping our community.
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Women's History in Alexandria

Over our 275-year history, women have made significant contributions to Alexandria. While these stories hold importance year-round, the City has officially observed Women’s History Month in March since 1998.

For a comprehensive study of Women’s History in Alexandria, including stories of brave suffragists, walking tours of women’s history in the City, stories of key figures, and much more, visit the Women’s History in Alexandria webpage.

Women's History in "Out of the Attic"

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Women soldiers in the Civil War.

In honor of Women’s History Month, we invite you to read our series on women’s history in Alexandria throughout the month of March. The Out of the Attic column appears each Thursday in the Alexandria Times.

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