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1834
Lyceum Museum was founded
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#2 in Museums
Phone: (703) 746-4994
Type: Museum (Historic Museum)
Website: https://www.alexandriava.gov/Lyceum
Founded: 1834
Constructed: 1839
Likes: 2
Open
MondayClosed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
11:00am - 4:00pm
Friday
11:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday
11:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday
1:00pm - 5:00pm
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The Alexandria Association
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The Alexandria Association is an organization dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich historical and cultural heritage of Alexandria, Virginia. Founded in 1932, it serves as a longstanding historical society focused on the documentation and dissemination of the city's historical narrative. Through classes and lectures, The Alexandria Association provides valuable insights into Alexandria's past, emphasizing its significant role in American history.
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Facts & Trivia
The Lyceum Company and the Alexandria Library Company built the Lyceum Hall in 1839.
The Lyceum is named for the temple dedicated to Apollo Lyceus where Aristotle founded the Peripatetic school of philosophy in 334 BCE
During the Civil War, the Lyceum Museum building served as a military hospital, quarters for troops, and a meeting space.
Historical Timeline
1834
1839
1839
Lyceum Museum was built
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Upcoming Events
A Musical Celebration of Lafayette
2 days from now (11/24)
In 1824, American Revolutionary War hero marquis de Lafayette visited the United States of America for a Grand Tour of all 24 states. For 13 months, Americans across the country celebrated Lafay...
Family Holiday Magic Show
1 week from now (12/04)
Join us at the Alexandria History Museum at The Lyceum for a free holiday magic show, performed by professional magicians who are members of Ring 50, the DC-area chapter of the International Brot...
Traditional Music Series Concert
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Colonial Handbell Ringers Concert
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