Carlyle House Historic Park

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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.

👠  Grab your dancing shoes for a 1920s party celebrating the release of the first American Girl book for adults! 🎉THIS F...
10/20/2026

đź‘  Grab your dancing shoes for a 1920s party celebrating the release of the first American Girl book for adults!

🎉THIS FRIDAY October 23rd 6-8pm
$25 per person (18+ and over)

Inspired by American Girl Doll’s 40th Anniversary and the release of the book- Samantha: The Next Chapter, join us for an evening of 1920s music, games, mocktails, and more! This event is appropriate for those 18 years and older. Stay tuned to our website to see what vendors will be joining us!

Current vendors include:
Old Town Books
Old Town Mahjong

Haunted happenings.....🪦 In September 1780, John Carlyle passed away and the family would have gone into mourning. Join ...
10/19/2026

Haunted happenings.....

🪦 In September 1780, John Carlyle passed away and the family would have gone into mourning. Join our tour guides for one night only to learn about death and mourning in the 18th century. Tours will be self paced and visitors can enter the house starting at 6pm with the last entry at 7:45pm.

⚰️ Tour Saturday, October 24th, 6pm-8pm
Tickets $10 per person and available to purchase via the link in first comment

🍂 Enjoy Carlyle House's beautiful gardens this fall! The gardens are a perfect spot to get that great family photo among...
10/18/2026

🍂 Enjoy Carlyle House's beautiful gardens this fall!

The gardens are a perfect spot to get that great family photo amongst the foliage. Photo permits are required for portrait photography. Permits for 2 hour sessions are $25 and are available via our website. Schedule your photo session today!

📆 THIS WEEK at Carlyle House....📍 Yoga on the Magnolia Terrace - FINAL WEEK OF 2026!!!April 26th-October 22ndTuesdays & ...
10/18/2026

📆 THIS WEEK at Carlyle House....

📍 Yoga on the Magnolia Terrace - FINAL WEEK OF 2026!!!
April 26th-October 22nd
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. 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 yoga mat. Wear comfortable yoga wear.
Class may be moved inside due to inclement weather. This program is non-refundable unless the museum cancels the program.

📍 1920s Party: American Girl Celebration
October 23rd 6pm-8pm
$25 per person (18+ and over)
Inspired by American Girl Doll’s 40th Anniversary and the release of the book- Samantha: The Next Chapter, join us for an evening of 1920s music, games, mocktails, and more! This event is appropriate for those 18 years and older.
Vendors include:
Old Town Books
Old Town Mahjong
Dolci Gelati-Old Town

📍 Specialty Tours: Preservation of Carlyle
Oct 24th 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.

📍 Death Comes to Carlyle House
October 24th 6pm-8pm
$10 per person
In September 1780, John Carlyle passed away and the family would have gone into mourning. Join our tour guides for one night only to learn about death and mourning in the 18th century. Tours will be self paced and visitors can enter the house starting at 6pm with the last entry at 7:45pm.

Stop by Carlyle House tomorrow from 1-3pm for Self-Guided Sunday! On the third Sunday of every month, explore the first ...
10/17/2026

Stop by Carlyle House tomorrow from 1-3pm for Self-Guided Sunday!

On the third Sunday of every month, explore the first floor of Carlyle House at your own pace. Docents will be available throughout the house if you have questions. Tickets are $5 per person (children 5 and under are free) and can be purchased the day of in the museum shop.

đź‘’ Samantha is out and about in Old Town celebrating the release of the new book, Samantha: The Next Chapter!Join us on F...
10/17/2026

đź‘’ Samantha is out and about in Old Town celebrating the release of the new book, Samantha: The Next Chapter!

Join us on Friday, October 23rd for a celebration of American Girl Doll’s 40th Anniversary and the release of the book- Samantha: The Next Chapter. It's an evening of 1920s music, games, mocktails, and more! This event is appropriate for those 18 years and older.

This event features:
Old Town Books
Old Town Mahjong
Dolci Gelati-Old Town

Tickets are $25 per person and available via the link in comments. Tickets are non-refundable unless the museum cancels the event.

SPOTTED! A Carlyle House tote bag is travelling around the world! The tote bag has made it's stylish debut in Italy, Gre...
10/16/2026

SPOTTED! A Carlyle House tote bag is travelling around the world! The tote bag has made it's stylish debut in Italy, Greece and Turkey this week. Grab yours today in the gift shop and share your adventures!

Please note that the Historical Fiction Book Club meeting has been cancelled for Saturday, October 17th.Join us again in...
10/16/2026

Please note that the Historical Fiction Book Club meeting has been cancelled for Saturday, October 17th.

Join us again in 2027 for another year of great reads!

Due to instructor illness, Thursday October 15th's Yoga on the Magnolia Terrace class is cancelled. Our last Saturday cl...
10/15/2026

Due to instructor illness, Thursday October 15th's Yoga on the Magnolia Terrace class is cancelled. Our last Saturday classes will be this Saturday, October 17th at 9am & 10:15am. Next Tuesday (20th) and Thursday (22nd) are our last two classes of the season.

Party like it's [19]26 at our American Girl bash! ✨ Friday, October 23rd from 6-8pmInspired by American Girl Doll’s 40th...
10/15/2026

Party like it's [19]26 at our American Girl bash!

✨ Friday, October 23rd from 6-8pm

Inspired by American Girl Doll’s 40th Anniversary and the release of the book- Samantha: The Next Chapter, join us for an evening of 1920s music, games, mocktails, and more! This event is appropriate for those 18 years and older.
Tickets are $20 and available to purchase via the link in comments. Tickets are non-refundable unless the museum cancels the event.

Vendors include:
Old Town Books
Old Town Mahjong
Dolci Gelati-Old Town

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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