Social Studies Field Trips

Alexandria Black History Resource Center

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GENERAL INFORMATION FOR PUBLIC

NAME: Alexandria Black History Resource Center
STREET: 638 N. Alfred St.
CITY: Alexandria	STATE: VA	ZIP: 22314	COUNTY: Alexandria
PHONE: 703-838-4356		FEES: None
HOURS AND DAYS: T - S, 10 - 4, closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years
METRO ACCESS: Yellow line, King St. station.

GRADES:	UNITS:
CONTACT: Lillian S. Patterson	PHONE: 703-838-4356
TYPE: Museum	FEES: Donation of $1.00 per person
DAYS: T W Th F	HOURS: 10 am - 4 pm
LUNCH: None on site
GROUP SIZE: 25
HANDICAPPED ACCESS: Yes
LENGTH OF TOUR: 45 min. walking tour, 30 min. museum tour

DESCRIPTION:

The Alexandria Black History Resource Center, Northern Virginia's only African American history museum, interprets the traditions and culture of Alexandria's African American community. Located in the historic Parker-Gray District, part of the Center's collection is housed in the 1940 building that served as the first public library for the city's African American citizens. Guided tours of the Center include the exhibit "Bonds to Alexandria's Public Education 1865-1965." Walking tours of Black historic sites in Alexandria are also available.

RESOURCES

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  • Items to Bring on the Trip
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  Internet Sites

  • Alexandria Black History Resource Center website