Carlyle House Historic Park
Preservation Tours: Lost Buildings of Alexandria-Urban Renewal (North Side of King)
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Carlyle House hosts a special tour of "Lost Alexandria," exploring the impact of urban renewal projects. Beginning in the 1950s, government and private initiatives sought to address urban decay, upgrade infrastructure, and revitalize city neighborhoods. In the 1960s, the Gadsby Commercial Urban Renewal Project led to significant changes, including the demolition of portions of the 300-500 blocks of King Street in Alexandria.
During September's Preservation Tours, guides will lead groups through the north side of the 300-500 blocks of King Street and parts of the 100 blocks of N. Fairfax, N. Royal, & N. Pitt Streets. May’s Urban Renewal Tour of the South side of King Street is not required to attend September’s walking tour.
- $20 per person.
- North side tours will take place on three Saturdays in September all at 10am.
- Tickets are required for all tours.
- All tours begin at Carlyle House, 121 N. Fairfax Street.
- This tour includes walking over many city blocks. Walking shoes are required; bottled water is suggested.
This program is non-refundable unless cancelled by the museum. Having trouble registering? Please call 703-549-2997 or email carlyle@nvrpa.org
