Events at Ivy Hill

This year marks the 170th anniversary of the Fire of 1855, where 7 volunteer firemen lost their lives.

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Please join us to honor our Veterans by placing flags at their gravesites.

Where is Philip Richard Fendall I buried? For over two centuries, the answer remained uncertain. In 2023, public historian David Heiby began unraveling the mystery after discovering contradictory records about Fendall’s burial. With help from

Join us for Ivy Hill Cemetery Tours on March 7 at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Discover how Ivy Hill Cemetery came into being, explore the lives of notable Alexandrians laid to rest here, and

Join us for Ivy Hill Cemetery Tours on March 7 at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Discover how Ivy Hill Cemetery came into being, explore the lives of notable Alexandrians laid to rest here, and

Experience a wine tasting unlike any other, set against the backdrop of the cemetery’s quiet landscape and the historic 1858 house. This unique event blends history, ambiance, and curated wines for an evening that celebrates

In the 19th century, cemeteries served as public green spaces—places for Sunday strolls, family gatherings, and open-air picnics. This event brings that tradition to life, inviting guests to experience the era’s unique blend of remembrance

During the Second World War, the United States Army’s Military Intelligence Service operated a top-secret intelligence facility known only as P.O. Box 1142, which was established less than ten miles from Ivy Hill Cemetery, on

Step into the Victorian age, when mourning was an art form woven into fashion, ritual, and etiquette. From jet jewelry to crepe-draped garments, this glimpse into 19th-century mourning reveals how families honored loved ones and