Oral History: Arlington’s First Openly LGBTQ Elected Official
In 1997, Jay Fisette became the first openly LGBTQ+ person elected to office in the state of Virginia when he won a seat on the Arlington County Board.
Dorothy Hamm: Speaking Out
Dorothy Hamm was at the forefront of the civil rights movement in Arlington, and lead efforts to successfully desegregate Arlington’s schools and theaters.
The History of Arlington’s Logo and Seal
Learn more about our County iconography.
Arlington Council on Human Relations: Speaking Out
The Arlington Council on Human Relations was to improve the economic, civic, and racial conditions in Arlington County.
Cycling Through Arlington’s History
May is National Biking Month, and to celebrate, let’s take a look at Arlington’s decades-long history of bicycle enthusiasm!
Joan Trumpauer Mulholland: Taking a Stand
Civil rights activist, educator, and founder of the Joan Trumpauer Mulholland Foundation.
Oral History: West Brothers Brick Company
Interview with Rayfield Barber
Barbara Marx: Speaking Out
Marx was involved with civil rights activities and the NAACP, Arlingtonians for a Better County, the Arlington Community Action Committee, and the League of Women Voters.
Arlington’s Signature Soda: Cherry Smash
Did you know that Arlington was once home to one of the country’s most popular sodas?
Dr. Charles Drew: Taking a Stand
Dr. Charles Richard Drew (1904-1950) was a surgeon and a pioneer in the field of blood plasma preservation, storage, and transfusions.
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