Mercy Street Tour in Alexandria
Alexandria, Virginia
Trip Type: Historical & Heritage Tours
Duration: 3 hours
On this 3-hour tour inspired by the PBS mini-series Mercy Street, experience Civil War era Alexandria with an intimate group of 2-5 people. Visit important locations seen in the series, such as a hospital used during the Civil War, a tavern, and a Union Soldier chapel. Walk in the footsteps of the characters and discover the history behind Mercy Street.
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On this 3-hour tour inspired by the PBS mini-series Mercy Street, experience Civil War era Alexandria with an intimate group of 2-5 people. Visit important locations seen in the series, such as a hospital used during the Civil War, a tavern, and a Union Soldier chapel. Walk in the footsteps of the characters and discover the history behind Mercy Street.Transport yourself to 19th century Alexandria on this 3-hour tour with a small group of 2-5 people. Meet your professional guide at the Visitor Center, located at 221 King Street. Begin your exploration of Mercy Street by following your guide to characters' homes and places of work. Discover how medicines were made for wounded soldiers in an actual Civil War hospital. Make your way to a tavern and raise a glass to the brave soldiers and the doctors and nurses that cared for them. In a Union Soldier chapel, listen to the rich history that inspired the mini-series and discuss the challenges of saving lives in the midst of war. Go behind the scenes and enjoy a more intimate viewpoint of the characters and the true story of Mercy Street.
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