Celebrate Virginia Archaeology Month with Alexandria Archaeology
This October, the Virginia Department of Historic Resources celebrates Archaeology Month with special events and programs throughout the state. The City of Alexandria has a long history of archaeological stewardship, built on decades of community-based archaeological efforts. Join the celebrations by attending events and programs highlighting important archaeological sites and preservation efforts across the City.
For a full schedule of events and more information, visit alexandriava.gov/Archaeology.
Pop-Up Archaeology at the “Buried Ships of Robinson Landing” Exhibit
Friday, October 4, 4:30 – 7 p.m.
7 Pioneer Mill Way
Step inside the temporary Buried Ships of Robinson Landing windowfront exhibit for a unique chance to see scale models of three 18th-century vessel remnants excavated in 2018. Archaeologists will be on-site to explain how these ships were used to create new land along Alexandria’s waterfront. This free exhibit is located at the corner of the Strand and Pioneer Mill Way.
Ben Brenman Awards
Tuesday, October 8, 7 p.m.
Alexandria City Council Meeting, 301 King Street
The Alexandria Archaeological Commission (AAC) will present the Ben Brenman Awards to individuals and groups who have made significant contributions to the archaeology of Alexandria.
Slip Into the Past at Art Safari
Saturday, October 19, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Alexandria Archaeology Museum, 105 N Union Street, #327
Join us at the Alexandria Archaeology Museum to experiment with 19th-century pottery slip designs, such as marbling and dendritic patterns. Visitors can also apply their own temporary tattoo inspired by transfer-printed ceramic designs, while supplies last. This family-friendly activity is part of the larger Art Safari event at the Torpedo Factory Art Center.
For reasonable disability accommodation, contact Nicole Quinn at historicalexandria@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.4554, Virginia Relay 711.
If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available to you, please email LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov or call 703-746-3960.
About the Office of Historic Alexandria:
The Office of Historic Alexandria preserves and shares the history of the City of Alexandria with eight museums, historic sites, archives, archaeology, tours, exhibits and public programs. Through powerful storytelling and confronting the City’s past, Historic Alexandria enriches the present and inspires the future. We enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors and serves as a partner in the City’s equity and inclusion initiatives. For more information, visit alexandriava.gov/Historic.
Alexandria at 275: Connecting to our past to define a brighter future.
Since its 1749 founding, the historic city of Alexandria has played a major role in our nation’s story and reflected its progress toward inclusivity. Learn more about Alexandria’s 275th anniversary and embark on the next chapter in our city’s vibrant history at alexandriava.gov/ALX275.