City Of Alexandria To Purchase The Historic Freedom House Museum
The City of Alexandria is working towards purchasing the historic Franklin and Armfield building at 1315 Duke Street. Continue reading
Freedom House Museum Up For Sale In Alexandria
Freedom House Museum has been put up for sale by its owners, the Northern Virginia Urban League. Continue reading
Why You Should Visit The Freedom House Museum In Alexandria
The Freedom House Museum located at 1315 Duke St in Alexandria holds a very tragic story about slavery in Alexandria. The Museum was once the headquarters and holding pen for Franklin and Armfield, the largest domestic trading firm in the US. During the salve trade persons were bought and forced to the slave markets in Natchez, Mississippi and New Orleans by foot or by ship. The Museum is operated by the Office of Historic Alexandria. Continue reading