Collect, Preserve, Share
The Center for Local History (CLH) collects, preserves, and shares historical documents that tell the history of Arlington County, its citizens, organizations, businesses, and social issues.
Make an Appointment for Independent Research or Consultation
Librarians and archivists develop collections of unique research material and make them available for use by residents, students, teachers, genealogists, scholars, authors, journalists and anyone interested in learning more about Arlington County.
Research Consultations and the use of the Center for Local History Research Room are available by advance appointment .
CLH Location
Central Library, First Floor
1015 North Quincy Street
Arlington VA 22201
CLH Manager: Judith Knudsen
Email CLH Staff
Phone: 703-228-5965
Collecting Initiatives
COVID-19 Archives Project
REAL Archives Project: Re-Encuentro de Arlington Latinos
Center for Local History News
Center for Local History Blog
Oral Histories, Local Stories, and People who have Helped to Shape Arlington
