Latest Archives - Arlington Historical Society

AHS 2025 Annual Banquet

October 17, 2025

The Arlington Historical Society hosted a SOLD-OUT banquet on the evening of October 14th at the historic Army-Navy Club. The banquet's theme was "Telling America's Story."

2025 Student History Contest Winners

August 18, 2025

As our nation approaches its 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence from Great Britain, we reflect upon the stories and places that have shaped its history. Arlington, a community with deep roots in the American narrative, has witnessed some significant moments that contributed to the story of our nation.

From Barriers to Ballots

August 7, 2025

Now on view at the Arlington Historical Museum, From Barriers to Ballots explores the long and ongoing struggle for voting rights in Virginia.

Ceramics and History

July 14, 2025

For thousands of years, artists have used ceramics to document history. At the Arlington Historical Society bookstore, you can see a modern example of this tradition in the artwork created by AHS board member Jessica Kaplan.

Wish Wall

July 11, 2025

As we approach America’s 250th birthday in 2026, we invite you to reflect on what kind of future you hope to see for our country.

Membership Drive

June 5, 2025

We appreciate having you as a member of AHS! Your support and loyalty empower us to build knowledge of Arlington’s diverse history in our community. This year, your dues helped us renovate and create a new permanent exhibit at the AHS Museum, keep our two museums and monthly lecture series free, and upgrade our website.

MEA Website

May 28, 2025

Memorializing the Enslaved in Arlington now has its own website.

Museum Reopens

April 11, 2025

The Arlington Historical Society (AHS) Museum, after closing last summer for essential preservation and renovation work, reopened on Saturday, May 3, 2025.

Dedication Ceremony 4_6_2025

March 26, 2025

Dedication Ceremony

March 6, 2025

The Arlington Historical Society and the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington will be unveiling the first of a series of "Stumbling Stones." These bronze markers commemorate the lives of the enslaved people who helped build our county (and our country).