The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum on S. Fairfax Street is a treasure trove of information for kids as well as adults.
Old Town Alexandria's Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum is one of the city's hidden gems. The apothecary was a family business founded in 1792, which eventually was turned into a museum. See the attached video for highlights from a tour offered by site manager Lauren Gleason. The museum showcases a range of herbal botanicals, blown glass and a collection of archival materials — including a note from the original first lady, Martha Washington, who requested three quarts of Castor oil. The museum also is hosting a "Wonders of Science" program Feb. 2 and March 16 and a "Mad Science" program April 28 that helps Girl Scouts achieve their Home Scientist badge. For more news about historic Alexandria, Like Old Town Alexandria Patch on Facebook…
Gadsby's Tavern and the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum are hosting a docent training session Saturday.
Gadsby’s Tavern Museum and the Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum are seeking volunteer docents to give tours to the public. Docents must undergo training and when that is complete, commit to a minimum of three hours per month. To make a reservation for a docent training class on Saturday, Jan. 12, submit an application through the Gadsby’s website or via the apothecary museum site. The apothecary is offering the training Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon and Gadsby’s from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Interested volunteers who can’t make the training session are encouraged to submit an application and arrange a private meeting. For more information, call 703-746-4242.
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Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum
105 S Fairfax St, Alexandria, VA
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Gadsby's Tavern Museum
134 N Royal St, Alexandria, VA
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