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The Black Heritage Tour celebrates the history of African American residents of Arlington County. The tour highlights the journey from enslavement to freedom, from refugees to business owners, and…

The Civil Rights Tour is a group of historical sites in Arlington that exhibit the struggles and victories of individuals, groups, and institutions related to the African-American Civil Rights…

Women played a crucial role in shaping the history of Arlington, transforming it from a rural area to a suburban county. However, the names of these women are often unfamiliar or unrecognized. These…

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Arlington Historical is a free mobile app that puts Arlington, Virginia’s history at your fingertips. Find interesting stories about people, places, and events in Arlington history, and enjoy curated historical tours. Each point on the interactive location-enabled map includes historical information about the site along with historic images. Arlington Historical is a collaborative project with stories published by local historians, community members, and other history focused organizations.