Events for March 28 - February 21

  • Special Exhibit: Maps From the Archives

    Arlington Historical Museum 1805 South Arlington Ridge Road, Arlington, United States

    Step into Arlington’s past through the lines, labels, and landscapes that shaped our community. Our new temporary exhibit features rarely seen maps from the Arlington Historical Society archives, from early […]

  • 1946 Arlington: The First Crack in the Byrd Machine

    Reinsch Library Auditorium, Marymount University 2807 North Glebe Road, Arlington

    In 1946, after four years of a world war, the citizens of Arlington focused on local challenges, highlighted in the fall by an aggressive County Board campaign from a political […]

  • 15-Minute History: Two Very Different Local Elections with John Milliken

    Arlington Historical Museum 1805 South Arlington Ridge Road, Arlington, United States

    Join us for a 15-Minute History with local author John Milliken, who will compare two Virginia elections—separated by a generation—to reveal how shifting demographics, economic trends, and legal changes have […]

  • A Different Look from a Different View Artist Exhibit: Opening Reception

    Arlington Historical Museum 1805 South Arlington Ridge Road, Arlington, United States

    Experience the vibrant, story-filled work of artist Zane Killgo, an Arlington County visual artist whose bold use of color and mixed media explores community, identity, and the changing urban landscape. […]

  • Unbroken Genius: The Life and Legacy of Dr. Charles R. Drew

    Reinsch Library Auditorium, Marymount University 2807 North Glebe Road, Arlington

    "Genius Unbroken" is the first comprehensive biography to bring the extraordinary life of Dr. Charles Drew, the "Father of the Blood Bank," into focus. Born into Washington D.C.'s vibrant African […]

  • Zane Killgo Artist Talk: A Different Look from a Different View

    Arlington Historical Museum 1805 South Arlington Ridge Road, Arlington, United States

    Experience the vibrant, story-filled work of artist Zane Killgo, an Arlington County visual artist whose bold use of color and mixed media explores community, identity, and the changing urban landscape. […]

  • Memorializing the Enslaved in Arlington: What’s It All About?

    Woman's Club of Arlington 700 South Buchana Street, Arlington, VA, United States

    Memorializing the Enslaved in Arlington leaders, Jessica Kaplan (Arlington Historical Society) and Scott Taylor (Director of the Black Heritage Museum of Arlington) will discuss the project, its goals, history, successes, […]

  • Commemorative Plans for the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence

    Glencarlyn Library 300 S. Kensington Street, Arlington, VA, United States

    Glencarlyn Library will host Arlington History Society President Peter Vaselopulos for a special presentation about upcoming Arlington County events to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. Highlighting what […]

  • Feel the Heritage Festival

    Charles Drew Community Center 3500 23rd Street, South, Arlington, VA, United States

    The Arlington Historical Society is participating in the county's Feel the Heritage Festival. This is a vibrant gathering for all ages to celebrate history, culture, and community together! The festival welcomes […]

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