In 1976, Americans celebrated the nation’s 200th anniversary with parades, festivals, and a surge of patriotic memorabilia. From commemorative glassware to toys and keepsakes, these objects brought history into everyday life. This exhibit invites reflection on how the Bicentennial shaped public memory, and how today’s 250th looks toward a more inclusive future. The Arlington Historical […]
Explore how Arlington has been governed, and who has held the power to make decisions, over time in Who Decides? Governing Arlington Through Time. This exhibit traces the county’s evolving […]
New Changemakers Exhibit Installed The latest edition of our rotating Changemakers poster exhibit is now up, highlighting individuals whose contributions helped shape Arlington's history and community. As part of Arlington […]
The Arlington Historical Museum is proud to host We the People, a traveling exhibition from the Virginia Museum of History & Culture opening July 12. The exhibit explores the diverse […]