Historical Stories
Read researched columns about women whose influence reached far beyond their time.
Stories worth carrying forward
Celebrating women who shaped Alexandria.
Discover the leaders, organizers, educators, artists and everyday citizens whose work helped define the city’s history and continues to inspire its future.
Explore their storiesHistory becomes stronger when every voice is remembered.
Alexandria Celebrates Women preserves and shares the stories of women connected to Alexandria, Virginia. Through public programs, educational resources, columns and community recognition, we make local women’s history visible and accessible.
Learn about our mission →History Walk
Experience local history through places, markers and stories across Alexandria.
Community Awards
Recognize women whose leadership and service strengthen the city today.
Featured histories
Selections from our archive of Alexandria women’s history columns and educational resources.
Women’s History Archive
Women’s roles on Election Day
Explore the civic labor, organizing and leadership that helped expand participation and shape public life.
Local Legacy
How women helped cherry blossoms take root
A story of vision, persistence and public beauty.
Conservation
The Eagle Lady
Remembering a woman dedicated to saving bald eagles.
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ALX WOMEN’S HISTORY WALK
Walk through the stories.
Visit meaningful locations connected to women’s education, activism, entrepreneurship, public service and community life across Alexandria.
View the walk guide