School Tours

Your students will step into the past when they visit the Carlyle House. Listen to young slave Jame as he discusses life as a slave in the Carlyle household. Or see the objects recovered through archaeology which reveal the intimate details of everyday life at Carlyle House during the 18th century. Each program meets Virginia Standards of Learning.

Bus Money Stipend Now Available! Thanks to the generosity of the Friends of Carlyle House a stipend is available to cover the cost of the school buses for Title I schools visiting the Carlyle House. Please inquire with our Education and Outreach Assistant for more information.

School Tours are free for all schools located in the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority member jurisdictions, which include the City of Alexandria, City of Fairfax, City of Falls Church, Arlington County, Fairfax County, and Loudoun County. Schools outside of the city have a charge of $2 per student.

Grade K-4
"History in a Haversack"

Grade 3-6
"Discovery Through Trash"

"Don't Get Weary: African Americans in 18th-Century Virginia"

Grade 4-6
"Road to Revolution: The Causes of the Revolutionary War"

Scouts

Scouts will experience a specifically designed tour of the Carlyle House. This fun and interactive experience will provide the Scouts with the opportunity to experience aspects of 18th century life and how they may have fit into an 18th century family. Each program is $5 per Scout and can serve up to 15 scouts in a group. VISIT our Scout Page for more information!

Brownies
Sarah's Story: Listening to the Past Try It Badge

Juniors
Colonial Toys: Toymaker Badge

Tigers
Making My Family Special

Bears
What Makes America Special?

Ready to Reserve?
Reservations are required for all our programs. Please download the appropriate form:
School Tours Reservation Form
Scout Tours Reservation Form
Please email completed forms to the Education and Outreach Assistant at lvilliva@nvrpa.org. You may also fax the form to 703-549-5738. If you have any questions please contact the Education and Outreach Assistant at 703-549-2997.

Have a group of 30 or more?
Visit multiple Alexandria sites while you're in town! We can arrange visits to other sites within walking distance to Carlyle House. Popular choices include the Alexandria Archaeology Museum, Gadsby's Tavern Museum, and The Lyceum. Each site offers one-hour programs. This is perfect for groups who wish to see more of Old Town or who would like to bring more than 20-30 students on the field trip. For more information please visit the Office of Historic Alexandria Site (http://oha.alexandriava.gov/) or contact the Office of Historic Alexandria Education Coordinator at Alexandria Archaeology by email (Ruth.Reeder@alexandriava.gov) or call 703-838-4399 at least three weeks in advance.
Got a question? Need details to plan your visit with a group? Please visit our FAQ page or contact us at: lvilliva@nvrpa.org