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Town of Herndon Installs Historic Markers

Four new Historic Markers were installed by the crew of Town of Herndon in late January, adding to the Town's Marker Program. The first marker was installed by Mayor Lisa Merkel in October of 2016 which commemorated "The Big Fire" that consumed most of downtown Herndon. The sites of the newly installed markers are Town Hall, 730 Elden Street-Herndon Dairy, 725 Center Street-Herndon School, 763 Grace Street-Herndon Seminary and 195 Herndon Parkway, Runnymede Park-Hawkins/ Carroll house. Continue reading

5 Things to Do in Old Town Alexandria

Old Town is found between the George Washington National Masonic Memorial and Potomac River waterfront. The King Street Metro Station connects Old Town, Alexandria with Washington, D.C. via a train ride that takes 15 minutes. In the downtown area of Old Town, there's a preserved lined street which features 18th- and 19th-century architecture. Checkout 5 things to do in Old Town, Alexandria below.Old Town along King Street with Will Nesbitt and Julie Nesbitt Old Town's Red Brick Sidewalks Go take a way at Old Town's red brick sidewalks, and you could feel like you traveled back in time. Old Town was found in 1749 as a tobacco port. In present time, the cobblestone streets and 18th-century buildings have still been preserved. You will surely feel like you're still in George Washington's era. See Art at a Former Torpedo Factory Old Town is home to the Torpedo Factory Art Center which hosts the largest collection of accessible artist studios. Before heading over, check the Torpedo Factory calendar to see upcoming special events such as new exhibit openings and live music. See the Tiny Spite House Spite House, the skinniest house in America at a width of only 7 feet, is found in Old Town, Alexandria. It is a private residence located at 523 Queen Street. This is a must stop for people who want to post a photo or two on Instagram or if you simply want to take a photo of yourself at the skinniest house in America. Slip into a Hidden Speakeasy Some of Old Town's top places for drinks are hidden in a donut shop. Live music locales, Irish pubs, and a speakeasy can be found inside a donut shop.
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Visit the Oldest Farmers Market in the U.S. The Old Town Farmers' Market is the oldest surviving farmers market in the United States. The Farmers' Market in Old Town is held every Saturday morning year-round for more than 260 years. Nowadays, vendors sell breads, pastries, cheese, fresh cut flowers, fruits, vegetables, and many more.

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$899,900 For About 1,400 Sqft Of Historic Home At Old Town In Alexandria Virginia

330 Lee St SIf you're looking for around 1,400 sqft, 330 Lee St S will cost you $899,900.
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Area Museums and Historical Sites

Mount Vernon Estate & Gardens is the oldest national historic preservation organization in the country, and it has always been in the forefront of the restoration field. Mount Vernon is the most popular historic estate in America and is open 365 days a year. Mount Vernon was the home of our first President George Washington. The grounds are well-preserved as is the home itself. Alexandria Lyceum is a grand hall built in the late 1800's to provide a place for lectures, scientific experiments and quiet reading. Since that time, it has been a Civil War hospital, a private home, an office building and the nation's first Bicentennial Center. In 1985, The Lyceum became Alexandria's History Museum, providing exhibitions, school programs, lectures and concerts, volunteer opportunities and space for rental functions for the community. The Lyceum Museum Shop carries a wide variety of maps, books, note cards and special items related to Alexandria's history. The present-day Lyceum Company serves the museum as a membership and fund-raising organization. Walk to Old Towne! Old Towne is filled with historic landmarks, carriage rides and walking history tours. Just a few miles down George Washington Parkway is the nationally renown collection of museums called the Smithsonian Institution. The Smithsonian National Zoological Park is a wonderful zoo. Civil War enthusiasts might want to inspect Fort Willard just as President Lincoln did. Fort Willard has long since abandoned its military use and is now a quiet park like Fort Hunt. If you are interested in architecture and local history visit Frank Lloyd Wright's Pope-Leighey House or the Woodlawn Plantation. The Collingwood Library and musuem is dedicated to providing information about our national heritage to the American Public. Collingwood is available to anyone who cares to learn of the heroic efforts made by American Patriots, particularly members of the Masonic Fraternity, in founding and developing this, the greatest nation on earth.
Collingwood is a resource as a local library but also interesting place to visit in it's own right.
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At Alexandria’s Southside on the Potomac

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Market Square at City Hall
Old Town is called Old Town because it is the oldest part of Alexandria. Old Town was originally laid out in 1749 it is a nationally designated historic district. Many of Old Town's 4,000 historic buildings houses, art galleries, antique shops and restaurants are historic sites. Once the site of the second-largest slave market in the United States, Old Town’s Market Square now contains a large fountain, extensive landscaping and a Saturday morning farmers’ market. Old Town is known for its illustrious residents and guests. George Washington called it home. Robert E. Lee worshiped at Christ Church and Thomas Jefferson entertained at nearby Gadsby’s Tavern. Old Town Alexandria offer a full menu of dining choices with restaurants ranging from fast-food to white tablecloth. A night on the town can be had at spots such as the Oyster Bar and Club Room at Union Street.
Lyles Crouch Traditional Academy
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Some of the most desirable addresses in Old Town are found on the south side along the Potomac River. St. Asaph's Square and Porto Vecchio are two condo communities in the south end. St. Asaph's Square is found in a neighborhood near Lyles Crouch Elementary. Porto Vecchio straddles the Mount Vernon trail which runs upriver toward Reagan National Airport and downriver toward Mount Vernon. Many residents of Porto Vecchio have views of the Belle Haven Marina or the Belle Haven Country Club.

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