George Washington’s Forest Guided Walking Tour
Walk in the footsteps of George Washington on a guided walking tour with local historian, Kevin Vincent. In 1775, George Washington bought 1200-acres of forest in what is now Arlington. […]
Events for June 22, 2025 - May 4, 2025
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Ball-Sellers House 5620 3rd Street, South, Arlington VA 22204, VA, United States
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Dedication of Eagle Scout Project Ball-Sellers House Benches
Ball-Sellers House 5620 3rd Street, South, Arlington VA 22204, VA, United StatesJoin us as we dedicate one of the four new wooden benches designed and built by Connor Jones as his Eagle Scout project. He conducted historical research and coordinated with […]
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Drew Day at Dr. Charles Drew Elementary
Dr. Charles R. Drew Elementary School 3500 23rd Street, South, Arlington, VA, United StatesThe Arlington Historical Society is proud to be helping to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Charles R. Drew. We'll have a table, artifacts, a quiz, and lots of […]
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From Fleece to Cloth: Reenactment at Ball-Sellers House
Ball-Sellers House 5620 3rd Street, South, Arlington VA 22204, VA, United StatesThe Ball-Sellers House is celebrating 50 years of ownership of this c.1750 farmhouse--Marian Sellers donated it to the Arlington Historical Society for $10. We have so much history to share, […]
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Memorializing the Enslaved of Arlington: Columbia Pike
1515 Columbia Pike 1515 Columbia Pike, Arlington, 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 […]
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Living History at Fort C.F. Smith Park
Fort C.F. Smith 2411 24th Street, North, Arlington, VA, United StatesThe Union Army has come to Arlington and set up camp at Fort C.F. Smith Park. Join us for a day of living history that will include drilling activities, specialized […]
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Can’t You Hear Me Calling: Tales and Tunes from Arlington’s Bluegrass History
Reinsch Library Auditorium, Marymount University 2807 North Glebe Road, ArlingtonAlthough now an international phenomenon, Bluegrass music would have never reached such popularity without the musical community that formed in the DC area. Local bands, radio stations, and music venues, […]
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Who Were the Enslaved People at the Ball-Sellers House?
Ball-Sellers House 5620 3rd Street, South, Arlington VA 22204, VA, United StatesThe Ball-Sellers House is celebrating 50 years of ownership of this c.1750 farmhouse when Marian Sellers donated it to the Arlington Historical Society. We have so much history to share, […]
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LOCATION CHANGE DUE TO WEATHER Juneteenth Community Day
Wakefield High School 1325 S, Dinwiddie Street, Arlington, VA, United StatesTHIS EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED INDOORS TO WAKEFIELD HIGH SCHOOL DUE TO WEATHER FORECASTS Honor and celebrate the strength, determination, resilience and integrity of those who weathered in the pursuit of liberation and freedom! You’re invited to the Annual Juneteenth Community Day! This family-friendly event commemorates the emancipation of Africans who were enslaved and honors […]
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The Secret Trip of the Declaration of Independence: 15 Minute History at the Museum
Arlington Historical Museum 1805 South Arlington Ridge Road, Arlington, United StatesDid you know that the Declaration of Independence was once hidden in Arlington? Join us for a 15-minute history talk at the Arlington Historical Museum on Sunday, June 22 at 2PM to uncover the fascinating story of how the nation’s founding document found safety during the War of 1812 here in what became Arlington County. Our […]