FAMILY AND CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES

AT ALEXANDRIA FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

For more information, call the Ramsay House Visitors Center, 703-838-4200, or visit www.FunSideofthePotomac.com

Alexandria Arts Safari

A day of hands-on art activities and demonstrations for kids of all ages. 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 North Union Street. Free. Highlights include pottery and fabric collages. In addition, children’s entertainment in the gazebo on the waterfront, including puppeteers and storytellers.

Hands-On History at Carlyle House Historic Park

Learn about 18th century music and dance at the Carlyle House Historic Park during the Alexandria Festival of the Arts. Located just off Market Square at 121 North Fairfax Street, the Carlyle House is right in the center of Festival activities.

Participate in hands-on activities for children and adults. Learn dances and songs, try dressing in 18th century costumes, and writing with a quill pen. This free family fun will take place on Saturday, September 11, from 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Tours of the mansion are available at $4 for adults, $2 for children, and free for children age 6 and under. Camps and Scout groups are welcome.

Children in the Churchyard

Historic Christ Church will host “Children in the Churchyard,” a children’s festival on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., 118 North Washington Street in Old Town Alexandria. Food and fun for all.