Spirit of ’76 Party
Celebrate Arlington’s past, present, and future at the Arlington Historical Society’s Spirit of ’76 party on July 23! This festive evening will take guests on a journey from 1776 through […]
$40.00
Events for August 31 - August 2
10 events found.
Events
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Arlington Historical Museum 1805 South Arlington Ridge Road, Arlington, United States
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15 Minute History: Photographer Lloyd Wolf
Arlington Historical Museum 1805 South Arlington Ridge Road, Arlington, United StatesJoin us for a special 15 Minute History with photographer Lloyd Wolf, whose work documenting immigrant communities along Columbia Pike is featured in We The People, the traveling exhibition from the Virginia Museum of History & Culture. Wolf will discuss his involvement with the exhibit and share insights from the Columbia Pike Project, which captures […]
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Origins of Arlington’s County Manager Plan: 1927-1931
Reinsch Library Auditorium, Marymount University 2807 North Glebe Road, ArlingtonThe basic structure of Arlington’s local government is set by the state Constitution and statutes adopted by the legislature. Virginia is one of those states where local government only has powers given to it under state law. In 1930 the General Assembly authorized and Arlington voters approved the adoption of what is called the County […]
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Memorializing the Enslaved Dedication Ceremony Honoring Two Once Enslaved People
St. Ann Catholic Church 5300 10th Street, North, Arlington, VA, United StatesThe Arlington Historical Society and the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington invite you to the unveiling of "Stumbling Stones." These bronze markers commemorate the lives of the enslaved people who helped build our county (and our country). The markers are placed in the sidewalk at the last known location where these enslaved people lived. Memorializing the […]
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Around the Hearth: An Original Play About the Ball-Sellers House
Reinsch Library Auditorium, Marymount University 2807 North Glebe Road, ArlingtonJoin the Arlington Historical Society for an encore performance of Around the Hearth, a play about the generations of people who lived in the oldest building in Arlington County. Families living in this mid-18th century farmhouse experienced colonial Virginia, the American Revolution, the tumult of the 19th century, and the growing pains of the 20th. […]
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15 Minute History: Director’s Cut with Daniel Gessel – Remembering 9/11
Arlington Historical Museum 1805 South Arlington Ridge Road, Arlington, United StatesJoin Daniel Gessel as he discusses the making of This is How We Say Thank You: 9/11 in Arlington, his Eagle Scout project for AHS. Presented in a director's commentary format, the film will be shown with pauses throughout, giving Gessel the opportunity to discuss the inspiration for the project, how he selected those he […]
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Past Presidents Panel: Celebrating 70 Years of the Arlington Historical Society
Reinsch Library Auditorium, Marymount University 2807 North Glebe Road, ArlingtonOn September 14, 1956, the Arlington Historical Society was formed by 88 Arlingtonians who wanted to learn more about local history. Join AHS as we celebrate our 70th Anniversary by talking with past AHS Presidents about their experience, inspiration, and challenges. They'll also talk about how the world of public history has changed and what […]
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AHS is at the Camp Casey Historical Marker Dedication
Towers Park 801 South Scott Street, Arlington, VA, United StatesDuring the Civil War, Arlington was an important center for the US Colored Troops (USCT). Join AHS and the community for an afternoon of commemoration for Camp Casey, one of Arlington's historical treasures whose exact location was a mystery... until now. As the county dedicates a new historical marker, we'll hear historians tell the story […]
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AHS is at Green Valley Day
Charles Drew Community Center 3500 23rd Street, South, Arlington, VA, United StatesThe Arlington Historical Society is proud to participate in Green Valley Day 2026! The Green Valley Community of Arlington is hosting the annual Green Valley Day 2026! This year’s theme is “Building as One: A Celebration of Community, Heritage, Culture and Connection.” It's a fun-filled day of celebration and community pride. AHS will be there […]
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Memorializing the Enslaved of Arlington: Stumbling Stone Dedication at the Hendry House
Fort C.F. Smith 2411 24th Street, North, Arlington, VA, United StatesMemorializing the Enslaved of Arlington, a joint project between the Arlington Historical Society and the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington invite you to the unveiling of "Stumbling Stones." These bronze markers commemorate the lives of the enslaved people who helped build our county--and our nation. The markers are placed in the sidewalk at the last […]