The Arlington Community Archives collects and preserves historical documents that narrate the history of Arlington County, its citizens, organizations, and social issues. Researchers can find personal papers, photographs, and archival records of local organizations, clubs, and associations. The archives are an extension of the Charlie Clark Center for Local History, the County's local history collection located at Central Library.
The collections of the Arlington Community Archives are stored at the Carrie Johnson Archival Center, within the Woodmont Center in Arlington. Because this facility is off-site and closed to the public, researchers need to allow one week for materials to be retrieved and made available in the CCCLH Reading Room. To view archival material, please make a research consultation appointment.
Online Finding Aids
Search for archival records in the Community Archives.
Research Policies for the CCCLH
Material from the Community Archives does not circulate and must be used in the Research Room.
Make an Appointment – CCCLH
Bookable up to two weeks in advance.
Digital Collections
Access digitized and digital-born resources from the Community Archives.
Time Capsule 2020
A snapshot of today as well as a gift for the future.