Meet Alexandria Artists – Collaborators at Hotel Heron

Zweet Sport

MetalShop33

Old Town Run Club

Radiance Yoga

The Inward Method

Mclain Weisland

Swing’s Coffee

Streetsense

Austen Morris

Monkey In The Metal

Woman writing on a paper outside of Hotel Heron in Alexandria, VA

Old Town Illustrated

Zweet Sport

Zweet Sport in Alexandria, VA is a premier fitness studio offering hot yoga, cycling, and strength classes in a welcoming, high-energy environment. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned athlete, Zweet’s experienced instructors and supportive community help you push limits, build strength, and find your flow. Come sweat, recharge, and transform mind and body.

MetalShop33

Chris Erney can be found in MetalShop33 at Alexandria’s Torpedo Factory working on his stainless steel sculptures. Chris produces a wide variety of custom artwork in all sizes for residential and commercial clients. Chris also developed a unique Heron ornament for our hotel, a perfect keepsake of your stay in Alexandria.

Old Town Run Club

Old Town Run Club (OTRC) is a vibrant and inclusive running community based in Alexandria, Virginia. Founded as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, OTRC offers weekly group runs, fitness events, and charity races that bring together runners of all ages and abilities. Their mission is to foster camaraderie, promote fitness, and support local and national causes.

Radiance Yoga

Radiance Yoga is a welcoming and peaceful yoga studio located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. Situated at 701 Prince Street, the studio offers a variety of yoga classes designed to promote strength, flexibility, relaxation, and mindfulness. With over 60 classes per week, Radiance Yoga caters to practitioners of all levels, from beginners to seasoned yogis.

The Inward Method

The Inward Method is a boutique fitness studio located in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, at 106 North Lee Street, Suite C. Founded by Kimberly on the belief that fitness is a holistic journey, the studio emphasizes the integration of breath, mind, and body to foster physical, mental, and emotional strength

Mclain Weisland

Based out of Baltimore, Mclain Weisland compares their work to that of the many great artisans and ateliers found in the 18th and 19th centuries. An explorative period in history where a select group of patrons relied on a small community of artisans for the finest and most unique objects found across the globe. With an eye for detail, McLain Wiesand also undertakes architectural projects which include custom interiors, built-in cabinetry, and decorative paneling. He and his daughter, Lex built a custom piece that can be found in the hotel lobby.

Swing’s Coffee

Swing’s Coffee Roasters has been part of the Washington, DC coffee culture for over 100 years. Founded in 1916 as a father and son operation, the brand quickly became a household favorite for residents of Alexandria and beyond. By roasting ethically–sourced coffee found through generational relationships with independent growers, Swing’s cares about the journey coffee takes and the people it comes in contact with along the way. We’re proud to serve coffee from Swings – a company that continues to reinvest in quality and community.

Streetsense

Streetsense is a creative collective and interior design firm based in Washington, D.C. driven by a passion for capturing the voice of a neighborhood and the belief that every project deserves a distinct personality; Streetsense builds social spaces designed to foster a sense of belonging. They’re responsible for making our spaces beautiful.

Austen Morris

Austen Morris is a custom furniture studio that is known for its high-quality craftsmanship and timeless design. After spending nearly 15 years working in the advertising business, Dennis Turbeville, founder of Austen Morris, applies his experience in brand by incorporating classical and contemporary elements to create pieces that reflect on the environment in which they live. Come see their work in our signature restaurant KILN, where each table top was brought to life by Dennis and his team.

Monkey In The Metal

Monkey in the Metal is a custom fabrication studio that provides artistic solutions through marrying a love of design with a passion for construction. Monkey In The Metal creates pieces that tell an important story with a belief to produce work that’s meaningful and pushes the envelope of what can be made possible with everyday building materials. Nick and his team built the bookshelves you can find in our library space.

Old Town Illustrated

Vanessa Colina, founder of Old Town Illustrated is a master at showcasing the historical and architectural charm of Old Town Alexandria through her illustrations. With her goal to illustrate the 687 historic properties found across Old Town, Vanessa has quickly become a local hero amongst the community. We’ve commissioned Vanessa to illustrate the 102 year old building that houses Heron Hotel. You can find her work on the tote bags in our guest rooms.