Carlyle House Historic Park

Carlyle House Historic Park Carlyle House Historic Park, built in 1753, was the home of merchant and town founder John Carlyle.
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Today, the museum interprets colonial life through tours, events and educational programs.

🌟 Join us tomorrow for Family Fun Day at Carlyle House! This month we will be exploring fun with science. 🔬 Read and cr...
09/04/2026

🌟 Join us tomorrow for Family Fun Day at Carlyle House! This month we will be exploring fun with science. 🔬

Read and craft with your friends on the Carlyle House front lawn for Family Fun Day on the first Saturday of the month from March-November! From 12-3 (unless otherwise noted), you can sit in on story time and participate in crafts and other activities . This program is for all ages, though some of the crafts might be challenging for guests under 4. There is no fee to join this program, but donations are encouraged.

Due to the hot weather forecasted for Sept 1st & Sept 3rd we've made the decision to cancel Yoga on the Magnolia Terrace...
08/31/2026

Due to the hot weather forecasted for Sept 1st & Sept 3rd we've made the decision to cancel Yoga on the Magnolia Terrace for everyone's safety. Classes will resume on Saturday, September 5th at 9am & 10:15am.

🌞 Join us this week 🌞 Yoga on the Magnolia TerraceTuesdays & Thursdays: 6pmSaturdays: 9am & 10:15am$10/classJoin our yog...
08/30/2026

🌞 Join us this week 🌞

Yoga on the Magnolia Terrace
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6pm
Saturdays: 9am & 10:15am
$10/class
Join our yoga instructor for an hour long Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace. A gentle flow yoga class. We will build heat with sun salutations then progress to balance, deep stretching and finally relaxation. Please bring water, a towel, and a yoga mat.

Carlyle House Family Fun Day
12pm-3pm
Free event
Read and craft with your friends on the Carlyle House front lawn for Family Fun Day on the first Saturday of the month from March-November! From 12-3 (unless otherwise noted), you can sit in on story time and participate in crafts and other activities that relate to the theme of the month. This program is for all ages, though some of the crafts might be challenging for guests under 4.

Having trouble registering for an event? Please call 703-549-2997 or email [email protected]

🧘 Join our yoga instructor this evening for an hour long yoga class on Carlyle House's Magnolia Terrace followed by a sp...
08/27/2026

🧘 Join our yoga instructor this evening for an hour long yoga class on Carlyle House's Magnolia Terrace followed by a special mocktail happy hour🍹

A gentle flow yoga class. We will build heat with sun salutations then progress to balance, deep stretching and finally relaxation. Please bring water, a towel, and a yoga mat. Wear comfortable yoga wear. The last Thursday class of the month is a special yoga class with a mocktail happy hour afterwards.
Registration is required and tickets are $10 per person. Please reserve your space using the link in comments.

🧪 🔬 Join us Saturday, September 5th from 12-3 pm for Family Fun Day! This month's theme is Fun with Science!Read and cra...
08/25/2026

🧪 🔬 Join us Saturday, September 5th from 12-3 pm for Family Fun Day! This month's theme is Fun with Science!

Read and craft with your friends on the Carlyle House front lawn for Family Fun Day on the first Saturday of the month from March-November! From 12-3 (unless otherwise noted), you can sit in on story time and participate in crafts and other activities that relate to the theme of the month. This program is for all ages, though some of the crafts might be challenging for guests under 4. There is no fee to join this program, but donations are encouraged.

🏛️ ⚒️ Join us tomorrow for specialty tour of Carlyle House focusing on its preservation in time for the House's 50th ann...
08/21/2026

🏛️ ⚒️ Join us tomorrow for specialty tour of Carlyle House focusing on its preservation in time for the House's 50th anniversary!

In the 19th century, James Green made renovations to John Carlyle’s stone mansion to bring it up-to-date. When NOVA Parks purchased Carlyle House in 1970, the decision was made to bring it back to Carlyle’s 18th century mansion. Join our experts in an in depth exploration of the changes the architects made using photographs and artifacts. This event is $8 per person.

Register through the link in comments. Having trouble registering? Please call 703-549-2997 or email [email protected]

We've been keeping an eye on the radar for Thursday, August 20th's Yoga class and it looks like the storms will clear ou...
08/20/2026

We've been keeping an eye on the radar for Thursday, August 20th's Yoga class and it looks like the storms will clear out by 5:40, just in time for yoga at 6pm! We hope to see you tonight!

Saturday, August 22nd's classes will take place rain or shine as long as there are no thunderstorms in the area. Walk ups are always welcome!

🎵 Get your groove on for our final trivia night of the summer! This weeks theme is 1970s Music!🎟️ Tickets are $15 per pe...
08/20/2026

🎵 Get your groove on for our final trivia night of the summer! This weeks theme is 1970s Music!

🎟️ Tickets are $15 per person and include snacks and mocktails. Teams are limited to 6 people. No outside alcohol is allowed.

🗓️ Sign up now through the link in comments or at http://apm.activecommunities.com/novaparks/Activity_Search/9902

Staff members at Carlyle House Historic Park combine their knowledge to create bi-weekly trivia nights throughout the summer in the beautiful gardens of the Carlyle House. Test your knowledge on everything from pop culture to history.
Each trivia night has a different theme. There will be weekly prizes for the winning team as well as a grand prize for the team that wins the most points over the entire summer! Please note that 2026 Trivia Night at Historic Sites will be located at Carlyle House.

📷 Today is world photography day! The photographs pictured were found in the Mansion House Hotel before it was demolishe...
08/19/2026

📷 Today is world photography day! The photographs pictured were found in the Mansion House Hotel before it was demolished. Do you recognize anyone?

Join us at Carlyle House...🍃 Carlyle House: Self Guided SundaysAugust 16th12pm-3pm$5 per person (children 5 and under ar...
08/16/2026

Join us at Carlyle House...🍃

Carlyle House: Self Guided Sundays
August 16th
12pm-3pm
$5 per person (children 5 and under are free)
Explore the first floor of Carlyle House at your own pace. Docents will be available throughout the house if you have questions. Tickets can only be purchased the day of in the museum shop.

Yoga on the Magnolia Terrace
April 27th-October 23rd
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6pm
Saturdays: 9am & 10:15am
$10 a class
Join our yoga instructor for an hour long Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace for a gentle flow yoga class. We will build heat with sun salutations then progress to balance, deep stretching and finally relaxation. Please bring water, a towel, and a yoga mat. Wear comfortable yoga wear.

Class may be canceled due to inclement weather, you will receive an email if class is canceled.
Ticket Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/novaparks/Activity_Search/10057

Trivia Night at Historic Sites
August 21st - 1970s Music
7pm. $15 per person
Test your knowledge on everything from pop culture to history at out bi-weekly trivia nights throughout the summer in the beautiful gardens of the Carlyle House.
Registration must be done in advance. Limited capacity so register early!
Tickets are $15 per person and include snacks and mocktails. Teams are limited to 6 people. No outside alcohol is allowed.

Each trivia night will have a different theme. There will be weekly prizes for the winning team as well as a grand prize for the team that wins the most points over the entire summer! Please note that 2026 Trivia Night at Historic Sites will be located at Carlyle House.

Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/novaparks/Activity_Search/9902

Specialty Tours: Preservation of Carlyle
Aug 22nd 1:30pm-3pm
$8 per person

In the 19th century, James Green made renovations to John Carlyle’s stone mansion to bring it up-to-date. When NOVA Parks purchased Carlyle House in 1970, the decision was made to bring it back to Carlyle’s 18th century mansion. Join our experts in an in depth exploration of the changes the architects made using photographs and artifacts.

Ticket Link: http://apm.activecommunities.com/novaparks/Activity_Search/9840

Address

121 N Fairfax Street
Alexandria, VA
22314

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+17035492997

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