In the fall of 1780, Death visited Carlyle House and claimed the life of town founder John Carlyle. Step back in time and be a part of this historic funeral as you learn about mourning practices in early America. Admission includes a ghost tour of Old Town Alexandria, during which participants will visit the candlelit Carlyle House to view the coffin and pay respects to surviving family members. At 9 pm, return to Carlyle House to escort John Carlyle’s body to the Old Presbyterian Meeting House and visit his lantern-lit grave in the cemetery. Please call Alexandria’s Footsteps to the Past at 703-683-3451 to purchase your ticket: $15/ person. Reservations are recommended.
