Ivy Hill Cemetery Historical Preservation Society

Ivy Hill Cemetery Historical Preservation Society Beautiful 22 acre green space, rich with history. Est. in 1856, Ivy Hill is still an active cemetery.

Its Preservation Society was created to support Ivy Hill Cemetery by promoting, protecting and preserving its monuments, history and flora/ fauna.

Explore the rich history buried within Ivy Hill Cemetery on this exciting guided tour. Sign up today - two tour times av...
07/06/2026

Explore the rich history buried within Ivy Hill Cemetery on this exciting guided tour. Sign up today - two tour times available on August 1st (10 am and 1 pm).

Please join us for a tour through Ivy Hill Cemetery highlighting many historical figures and local heros buried here. Tour led by Ivy Hill Cemetery Historical Preservation Society's Historian Catherine Weinraub. Dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and BYOW (Bring Your Own Water). Cost is....

Our latest news letter
05/31/2026

Our latest news letter

Discover the fascinating lives of those who came before us on a guided historical tour of Ivy Hill Cemetery — register n...
05/17/2026

Discover the fascinating lives of those who came before us on a guided historical tour of Ivy Hill Cemetery — register now and bring history to life. Two tours offered on June 6th (10 am or 1 pm).

Please join us for a tour through Ivy Hill Cemetery highlighting many historical figures and local heros buried here. Tour led by Ivy Hill Cemetery Historical Preservation Society's Historian Catherine Weinraub. Dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and BYOW (Bring Your Own Water). Cost is....

This weekend is prime visiting time to see Ivy Hill in all her glory❤️
04/19/2026

This weekend is prime visiting time to see Ivy Hill in all her glory❤️

Sign up now for the May tour of Ivy Hill with Catherine!
04/13/2026

Sign up now for the May tour of Ivy Hill with Catherine!

Please join us for a tour through Ivy Hill Cemetery highlighting many historical figures and local heros buried at Ivy Hill. Tour led by Ivy Hill Cemetery Historical Preservation Society's Historian Catherine Weinraub. Dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and BYOW (Bring Your Own Water). C...

Take a walk through Ivy Hill with Catherine and get the scoop on our residents and its history! Sign up for an April 4th...
03/24/2026

Take a walk through Ivy Hill with Catherine and get the scoop on our residents and its history! Sign up for an April 4th tour.

Please join us for a tour through Ivy Hill Cemetery highlighting many historical figures and local heros buried at Ivy Hill. Tour led by Ivy Hill Cemetery Historical Preservation Society's Historian Catherine Weinraub. Dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and BYOW (Bring Your Own Water). C...

Only a couple of seats remain for the wine tasting this Friday!  Experience a wine tasting unlike any other, set against...
03/16/2026

Only a couple of seats remain for the wine tasting this Friday!

Experience a wine tasting unlike any other, set against the backdrop of the cemetery’s quiet landscape and the historic 1858 house. This unique event blends history, ambiance, and curated wines for an evening that celebrates both heritage and hospitality.

Carol Kaufmann is a Rosemont resident and certified wine consultant with a passion for showcasing Virginia’s growing wine industry. With more than 300 wineries across the state, Virginia has emerged as a thriving American wine region, gaining national recognition for wines that reflect the character of its land and soil. Often compared to Napa Valley in its early years, the industry is also a rapidly expanding economic driver.

Carol will guide guests through a tasting of six Virginia wines, highlighting what makes the state’s grapes stand out, while attendees enjoy a selection of appetizers.

Please email [email protected] or go to our webpage to sign up!

Experience a wine tasting unlike any other, set against the backdrop of the cemetery’s quiet landscape and the historic 1858 house. This unique event blends history, ambiance, and curated wines for an evening that celebrates

A huge thank you to David Heiby for the fascinating discussion about Philip Richard Fendall’s life and the mystery surro...
02/18/2026

A huge thank you to David Heiby for the fascinating discussion about Philip Richard Fendall’s life and the mystery surrounding his burial. Thank you also to those that attended from near and far!

Join us next week, Tuesday, February 17th at 7:00pm to hear how David Heiby investigated conflicting burial records and ...
02/10/2026

Join us next week, Tuesday, February 17th at 7:00pm to hear how David Heiby investigated conflicting burial records and rediscovered where Philip Richard Fendall I is buried. Spoiler - it's Ivy Hill!!! Please RSVP!
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Ivy Hill is still covered in snow!  The main roads are clear and they are working on the gravel roads.  Please proceed w...
02/05/2026

Ivy Hill is still covered in snow! The main roads are clear and they are working on the gravel roads. Please proceed with caution and adhere to signage. Thank you!!!

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2823 King Street
Alexandria, VA
22302

Telephone

+17035497413

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