Named for William Ramsay, Scottish merchant, city founder and
Alexandria's first postmaster it serves a visitor information center
with sightseeing brochures, maps, etc. It also has a gift shop. It
is believed to have been built in 1724 by Ramsay, and probably
barged up-river from Dumfries, VA to its present site after
Alexandria was established in 1749.
Open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily (January through March 10
a.m. to 5 p.m.). Handicap assistance is available at the lower King
Street entrance.
Admission: Free Metro: King Street
221
King Street
