Arlington’s African-American Baseball Teams
The earliest known baseball team, named The Old Virginia Blues, started in 1910.
Putt-Putt Golf Courses
Mini-golf attracted visitors from across the region to Arlington for over 50 years.
Have You Ever Stood Awestruck In A Great Forest?
Transform science education: That’s Women’s Work
Do You Like Arlington’s Vibrant, Walk-Friendly Culture?
Lead this town: That’s Women’s Work.
When You See a Problem, Do You Turn it into an Opportunity?
Build a multimillion-dollar firm: That’s Women’s Work.
What Would You Give Up Your Freedom For?
Go to jail for the vote: That’s Women’s Work.
Arlington Farms
Did you know that Arlington was at the forefront of experimental farming in the early 20th Century?
An Experimental Farm
Did you know that Arlington was at the forefront of experimental farming in the early 20th Century?
The Aqueduct Bridge
Before the Key Bridged spanned the Potomac River, the Alexandria Aqueduct carried barges from Georgetown to Virginia.
Hygiene Class for New Mothers
These photos are of hygiene classes for new and expectant mothers, offered by the Arlington Health Department in the 1930s and 1940s.
Central Library, First Floor
1015 North Quincy Street
Arlington VA 22201
703-228-5990