Upcoming Events

Memorializing the Enslaved of Arlington: Columbia Pike

1515 Columbia Pike 1515 Columbia Pike, Arlington, United States

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 country).  The markers are placed in the sidewalk at the last known location where these enslaved people lived. Memorializing […]

Who Were the Enslaved People at the Ball-Sellers House?

Ball-Sellers House 5620 3rd Street, South, Arlington VA 22204, VA, United States

The 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, we’re launching a new mini history series called “15 Minute History” twice a month on select Saturdays at 2:00 pm. On June 14, come and […]

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