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Mario’s 70th Event

September 23, 2026

Hosted by Mario's current owner, Tuhin Ahmed, and AHS President Peter Vaselopulos, the commemoration event allowed guests to taste history and learn more about the longevity of both organizations.

Camp Casey Historical Marker Dedication

September 16, 2026

From 1863 to 1865, Camp Casey in Arlington served as the camp of organization for the only two regiments raised in the County during the Civil War – the Second and Twenty-Third United States Colored Troops (USCT).

Presidential Panel

September 12, 2026

On September 10, 2026, five former Arlington Historical Society presidents, Cathy Hix, David Pearson, Johnathan Thomas, Ali Ganjian, and Karl VanNewkirk, met at Marymount University's Reinsch Library to discuss the society's 70th Anniversary.

Ayers Hardware Store Closing

July 8, 2026

Ayers traces its roots to 1948, when John W. Ayers opened J. W. Ayers Five and Ten Cents Store in the growing Westover shopping district. Arlington was expanding rapidly after World War II, and Westover was emerging as one of the county's most vibrant neighborhoods. The new store quickly became a cornerstone of the community.

Preserving Arlington’s Historic Landscape Through an Open and Public Process

June 15, 2026

The area surrounding Arlington House, Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington Memorial Bridge, and the Lincoln Memorial forms one of the most important historic landscapes in the United States. Completed in the early twentieth century, Arlington Memorial Bridge was designed as a symbol of national reconciliation following the Civil War. Linking the National Mall with Arlington National Cemetery, it serves as both a transportation corridor and a memorial to unity, remembrance, and shared sacrifice.

What’s Your Story?

May 14, 2026

The Arlington Historical Society launched a new oral history initiative, Arlington Stories, during HistoryFest on May 9, 2026.

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