As part of the 275th birthday celebrations this year, the Office of Historic Alexandria has launched a new exhibit in The Lyceum (201 S. Washington Street) dedicated to an oral history project.
The project is called Mapping Alexandria: Stories of a Changing City. It includes interviews with current and former residents to get first-hand accounts of Alexandria history and how its neighborhoods have evolved over time.
“This engaging exhibition, [which opened] on June 22, dives into the city’s history through the voices of its residents,” the Office of Historic Alexandria said in a release. “It’s a unique opportunity to understand the evolution of Alexandria and discover the oral history narratives that have shaped its neighborhoods. Visitors are also encouraged to add their own stories, helping to document and preserve our shared history for future generations.”
Mapping Alexandria covers a range of topics, from urban renewal and life in a segregated city to the stories of immigrant families and local school students.
The exhibit opened this past weekend. Residents can still share their stories online or add to a crowd-sourced map that highlights the unique histories of Alexandria’s neighborhoods.
The City is also hosting StoryCircle events at various recreation centers, which allows groups of 5-15 people to share stories about specific topics.
The exhibit is part of a broader celebration of the 275th birthday of the city.
