Lee-Fendall House Museum and Garden

The basics

Join a guided tour of the Lee-Fendall House Museum and Garden to learn about the house's history and collections, including Lee family items and period pieces produced by local and regional craftsmen, and better understand history. Inside, you’ll find an exhibit that examines the life of John L. Lewis, one of the most powerful labor leaders in the US. Outside, explore the manicured garden that complements the house.

Things to know before you go

• There are steps to enter the museum. The garden is accessible to people who use wheelchairs and strollers.

• Self-guided tour sheets are available in English and Spanish.

• Guided tours focusing on specific topics, such as the Civil War, are offered throughout the year.

How to get there

Located on Oronoco Street in Alexandria, the Lee-Fendall House Museum and Garden is within walking distance of the Braddock Road and King Street Metro stations. Several bus routes also serve the location, with stops nearby. The museum is a few blocks north of the King Street thoroughfare and west of the waterfront.

When to get there

The Lee-Fendall House Museum and Garden is open Wednesday–Saturday, mid-morning to mid-afternoon, and Sunday afternoons. It’s closed on major holidays. Guided tours are offered on the hour starting at 10am. They last about 45 minutes. Check the calendar of events for information on specialty tours and other happenings. The house is occasionally closed for special events and private functions.

Carlyle House Historic Park

The city's founder, John Carlyle, built this 18th-century historic house in Old Town Alexandria. Now a museum, it offers visitors a look at life in this period with a collection of garments, furnishings, artifacts, and more. The house is sometimes included on haunted tours because rumors have it that you can spot ghosts in the yard. The half-mile (0.8-kilometer) walk between the Lee-Fendall House and Carlyle House takes about 10 minutes.