Events for January 16, 2026

15 Minute History: “Where did the name come from?” Let’s Talk About Clarendon

Arlington Historical Museum 1805 South Arlington Ridge Road, Arlington

Sean Denniston, AHS Vice President, will talk about the history of Clarendon, one of Arlington’s most interesting neighborhoods. He'll talk about its start as a development of six streets, its dash for independence, growth as a commercial center, and today’s mixed use, walkable, and transit friendly neighborhood. And what's with the name??

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