This Veteran’s Day, we honor George William Carlyle, who was killed at the Battle of Eutaw Springs on September 8, 1781, at the age of 15. Discover the house on a tour led by our resident expert on George William and learn more about the young man...

The first Saturday of the month through November, guests can sit in on story time starting at the top of each hour and participate in crafts and other activities that relate to the theme of the month. This program is for all ages, though some crafts...

The first Saturday of the month through November, guests can sit in on story time starting at the top of each hour and participate in crafts and other activities that relate to the theme of the month. This program is for all ages, though some crafts...

When colonists arrived from England, one popular method of preserving berries was to cover them with vinegar and allow them to ferment, eventually creating shrubs or drinking vinegars. These shrubs were then used to flavor water, soda, and even mixed...

Travel back in time to November 17, 1912 when the body of local tour guide Patrick Buckley was found on the grounds of the Braddock House. At this walking scavenger hunt, you’ll explore Buckley’s tour haunts and retrace the steps he took that tragic...

Alexandria is home to many individuals who helped both the development of Alexandria and the founding of our nation. On Sunday, September 21st, historian and educator Jim Bish will speak about Alexandrian James Craik. The talk will focus on the life...

Reconnect with wisdom and creativity within you, nature, and community as we honor the balance of the equinox – between day and night, light and dark, growth and rest. Join us in the beautiful Meadowlark Botanical Gardens for a uniquely meaningful...

Relax by Meadowlark Botanical Gardens’ calming lakes with a restorative morning of nature therapy (forest bathing). Led by certified nature therapy guide Ilana Rubin of Kindred Nature, we’ll slow down and reconnect with ourselves and nature by the...

Dive into the wonders of insects, spiders and other interesting bugs at this discovery program tailored for curious minds. Through stories, songs, crafts, and a bug walk, children will explore bugs, bugs, and more bugs! Program Fee: $10/child...

Discover the wonders of butterflies with a nature program tailored for curious minds. Through stories, songs, crafts, a discovery walk to see butterflies, and other engaging activities, children will explore fascinating butterflies. Program Fee: $10...