Ivy L.
3/9/2022
The museum exhibit starts from history of the community digs on its (Lee Street) past which also started the background of The City of Alexandria became a leader in historic preservation. We...
Alexandria Archaeology Museum
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105 N Union St Ste 327
Alexandria, VA 22314
The Alexandria Archaeology Museum, located in historic Old Town Alexandria, is dedicated to preserving and studying the city's rich archaeological heritage. Through collaboration with local residents, volunteers, and researchers, the museum fosters connections between the past and present, promoting a sense of stewardship and adventure among its visitors.
Offering a range of exhibits and educational programs, the museum highlights the findings of recent archaeological work and explores Alexandria's history. Notable projects include the exploration of 19th-century free Black neighborhoods, providing insights into the lives of those who shaped the community.
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4.58 reviews
Austin G.
11/13/2022
On the third floor of Alexandria's Torpedo Factory, an old torpedo factory that's now the country's largest collection of working-artists' open studios, is a one room-museum about the city's...
Joe B.
12/23/2021
Pretty cool as a part of the overall torpedo factory. You have to really be into archaeology to enjoy because it's a very self driven experience without much of a tour. Overall interesting but a...
Kelsey B.
11/5/2019
The Torpedo Factory is really cool...but if you are a little nerdy, you might like stopping in this museum inside the factory. It has fascinating information about Old Town and some history. I...
Gayle G.
1/19/2007
Can ya dig it? Well you can..here. Forgive the pun, but this museum is pretty cool for history geeks like me. The focus of the Alexandria Archeology museum is to protect and examine the city's...
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