Events for February 21 - February 8

  • 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 […]

  • Butterfield’s Brigade at Mount Olivet Church

    Mt. Olivet. United Methodist Church 1500 North Glebe Road, Arlington, VA, United States

    Completed just before the Civil War, by the end of the conflict's first year Mount Olivet Church's original structure was reduced to its foundations, variously used and abused by the […]

  • New Exhibit: Collective Voices: Women’s Clubs and Local Change

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

    Opening on March 1st for Women’s History Month, this exhibit explores the history and impact of the Woman’s Club of Arlington and other women’s clubs across the county. Through service […]

  • Dark Star Park and the Birth of Arlington’s Public Art Program

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

    Arlington Historical Society presents Nancy Holt’s Dark Star Park (1979 –1984) and the birth of Arlington's Public Art Program. AHS hosts Angela A. Adams, Founding Director of Arlington Public Art […]

  • 15-Minute History: Halls Hill/High View Park

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

    Local historian, award-winning civic activist, community leader, and Arlington Historical Society Advisory Board member, Wilma Jones will discuss the history of her beloved Halls Hill/High View Park neighborhood at a […]

  • Memorializing the Enslaved in Arlington Fundraiser

    Lyon Park Community Center 414 North Fillmore Street, Arlington, VA, United States

    Join us for an evening of art, poetry, music, and history to support our inspiring stumbling stone program and ensure the full history of Arlington is told. The Master of […]

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