Looking for the Washington DC Cornerstone in Alexandria
To great fanfare on April 15, 1791, the southernmost cornerstone for the Federal City was placed at Jones Point, Washington DC’s first monument.
18th Century Virginia Musings
Tag: Virginia – Alexandria
Our Unexpected National Treasure Date Night in Alexandria
To lighten my fear of being mistaken as spies, I joked: You look like Nicolas Cage. Someone might mistake us for that couple in National Treasure.
Helping the Sails Unfurl on the Tall Ship Providence
Famed for its exploits under the command of John Paul Jones in 1776, The Providence is a recreated 18th century ship recently brought to Alexandria.
Dorothy’s Ruby Slippers in Christmasy Old Town Alexandria
To my complete surprise, one of the first things I saw while window shopping was a pair of Dorothy’s ruby slippers from the orginal Wizard of Oz movie!
The Custis Ruins at Reagan National Airport
Wanting to see the Custis ruins at Reagan National Airport, I also wanted to find the secret gate with a different view of Mount Vernon, outside the property.
Looking for the Lees amongst the Ruins of Leesylvania
Confederate General Robert E. Lee ordered these artillery positions on the grounds of his ancestral home, since the river meandered from Washington DC.
Historic Alexandria, Gadsby’s Tavern, and Carlyle House
Upon my first visit many years ago, I yearned to explore the Georgian townhouses with quaint gardens and 13 starred flags.
