Latest Archives - Arlington Historical Society

Mario’s 70th Event

September 23, 2026

Hosted by Mario's current owner, Tuhin Ahmed, and AHS President Peter Vaselopulos, the commemoration event allowed guests to taste history and learn more about the longevity of both organizations.

Camp Casey Historical Marker Dedication

September 16, 2026

From 1863 to 1865, Camp Casey in Arlington served as the camp of organization for the only two regiments raised in the County during the Civil War – the Second and Twenty-Third United States Colored Troops (USCT).

Presidential Panel

September 12, 2026

On September 10, 2026, five former Arlington Historical Society presidents, Cathy Hix, David Pearson, Johnathan Thomas, Ali Ganjian, and Karl VanNewkirk, met at Marymount University's Reinsch Library to discuss the society's 70th Anniversary.

Ayers Hardware Store Closing

July 8, 2026

Ayers traces its roots to 1948, when John W. Ayers opened J. W. Ayers Five and Ten Cents Store in the growing Westover shopping district. Arlington was expanding rapidly after World War II, and Westover was emerging as one of the county's most vibrant neighborhoods. The new store quickly became a cornerstone of the community.

Preserving Arlington’s Historic Landscape Through an Open and Public Process

June 15, 2026

The area surrounding Arlington House, Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington Memorial Bridge, and the Lincoln Memorial forms one of the most important historic landscapes in the United States. Completed in the early twentieth century, Arlington Memorial Bridge was designed as a symbol of national reconciliation following the Civil War. Linking the National Mall with Arlington National Cemetery, it serves as both a transportation corridor and a memorial to unity, remembrance, and shared sacrifice.

What’s Your Story?

May 14, 2026

The Arlington Historical Society launched a new oral history initiative, Arlington Stories, during HistoryFest on May 9, 2026.

HistoryFest is History

May 13, 2026

HistoryFest is now history. However, its impact will continue to be felt as over 1,500 people came out to Kenmore Middle School to learn more about Arlington's history.

Old Guard

May 4, 2026

The Commander-in-Chief's Guard (CINC Guard), officially Company A, 4th Battalion, 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment ("The Old Guard"), is an elite Army unit based at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall in Arlington, Virginia.

Building Minds, Shaping Futures Exhibit

April 27, 2026

The innovative exhibit allows visitors to step into Arlington’s classrooms, past and present, exploring the history of public education in the county.

Virginia History Affiliates program.

March 31, 2026

The Arlington Historical Society announces they have joined the newly launched Virginia History Affiliates program. Organized and funded by the Virginia Museum of History & Culture (VMHC), the professional museum collective is designed to connect historical sites, history museums, and related organizations of all sizes from across the Commonwealth.