Alexandria

USA

Preserved 18th-century apothecary with connections to George Washington and 15,000+ original artifacts.

1 museum

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Located in Old Town Alexandria. Virtual tours available online. Check seasonal hours.

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Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary

Washington family connections

Preserved Quaker heritage

Quick Stats

Original Items15,000+

Operating Period1792-1933

Virtual ToursAvailable

Fun Facts

George and Martha Washington were customers

National Historic Landmark status

Operated from 1792 to 1933

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Pharmacy Museums in Alexandria

Discover pharmaceutical history and medical collections in Alexandria.

Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum

historic pharmacy

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A preserved 18th-century apothecary shop in Old Town Alexandria that operated from 1792 to 1933, now a museum showcasing early American pharmacy. The collection features over 15,000 original items – from herbal botanicals and hand-blown glass bottles to medical equipment and archival ledgers.

Spring–Summer (Mar–Oct): Wed–Fri 11 am–4 pm; Sat 11 am–5 pm; Sun 1 pm–5 pm; Mon 1 pm–5 pm; closed Tue Winter (Nov–Mar): Wed–Fri 11 am–4 pm; Sat 11 am–5 pm; Sun 1 pm–5 pm; Mon/Tue closed

+1 703-746-3852

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