Arts and Culture in Alexandria, VA

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Named one of America’s Top Art Places, Alexandria is a top destination to visit while in the D.C. area. The city’s visual arts hub is the world-famous Torpedo Factory Art Center, a former munitions factory transformed into an artistic powerhouse with three floors of artist studios and galleries, plus the headquarters of The Art League School. The Legendary Music Hall The Birchmere hosts the biggest names in country, folk and rock. See our Arts Calendar or plan ahead with our yearly signature events.

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Torpedo Factory Art Center

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Alexandria Symphony Orchestra

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Alexandria Singers

The Alexandria Singers are the DC Area’s premier pops chorus performing a repertoire of all types of popular American music,...

P.O. Box 16093 Alexandria, Virginia

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Alexandria Symphony Orchestra

Maestro James Ross leads critically-acclaimed performances full of passion and power. Five main series concerts October through May at the Schlesinger Center...

Schlesinger Center Concert Hall 3001 N. Beauregard Street Alexandria, Virginia

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Art League, Inc.

Founded in 1954, The Art League, Inc. is among the nation’s largest and oldest multi-service organizations for visual artists. As...

105 N. Union Street Alexandria, Virginia

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Art on the Avenue

Art on the Avenue is a multi-cultural arts festival held the first Saturday in October each year. Art on the...

Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, Virginia

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Birchmere

The Birchmere is a world-famous concert venue known for a nightly line-up of classic as well as up-and-coming jazz, country,...

3701 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, Virginia

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Dejan Studio Jewelry

Dejan Studio Jewelry specializes in one-of-a-kind designs with a focus on unique custom engagement rings, wedding bands, and other celebration...

105 N. Union Street Studio 23 Alexandria, Virginia

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Del Ray Artisans

A community art organization featuring visual and functional arts with monthly exhibits. Hours are First Thursday (April through Sept) 12-9pm, Thursday...

2704 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, Virginia

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