https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/posts/ Recent content in News on Fairlington Historical Society Hugo en-us Fairlington Historical Society Mon, 11 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2026/05/stone-donation/ Mon, 11 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2026/05/stone-donation/ The Arlington Historical Society is collecting donations for additional Stumbling Stones, including in Fairlington. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2026/05/stumbling-stone-photos/ Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2026/05/stumbling-stone-photos/ Photos of the Stumbling Stone Dedication held in North Fairlington on April 26, 2026. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2026/04/stumbling-stones/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2026/04/stumbling-stones/ The Stumbling Stones will be dedicated to two individuals who were enslaved in Fairlington. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2026/03/shirlington-sitins/ Sun, 08 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2026/03/shirlington-sitins/ Sit-ins at Shirlington department store lunch counters helped pave the way for integrated dining in Arlington. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2026/02/luqman-dawson-profile/ Sun, 15 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2026/02/luqman-dawson-profile/ Fairlington resident Amina Luqman-Dawson won a Newbery Award for her debut novel, Freewater. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2026/02/school-desegregation/ Sun, 01 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2026/02/school-desegregation/ Desegregation of schools in Fairlington occurred later than many people believe. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2026/01/holiday-display-contest/ Sun, 04 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2026/01/holiday-display-contest/ The Fairlington Historical Society is excited to announce the results of our Holiday Display Contest. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/10/slavery/ Tue, 28 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/10/slavery/ At Morven, the farm on the land that became Fairlington, slavery was widespread for generations. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/10/holiday-display-contest/ Wed, 22 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/10/holiday-display-contest/ The Fairlington Historical Society is excited to announce a Holiday Display Contest to celebrate the holiday season in style. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/09/historian-presentation/ Sat, 20 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/09/historian-presentation/ View a presentation by Arlington’s Historic Preservation Specialist about Fairlington, Shirlington, and Four Mile Run. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/08/9-11-oral-histories/ Wed, 20 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/08/9-11-oral-histories/ We are looking for people who lived in Fairlington on September 11, 2001. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/06/coloring-book/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/06/coloring-book/ The Fairlington Historical Society is developing a Fairlington community coloring book. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/05/materials-presentation/ Tue, 13 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/05/materials-presentation/ On May 29, FHS will host a presentation about the materials of Fairlington. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/04/weta-episodes/ Tue, 29 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/04/weta-episodes/ WETA has shared the episode on their website. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/03/watch-party/ Fri, 21 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/03/watch-party/ Come join us for a watch party for WETA’s “If You Lived Here.” https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/01/oral-histories/ Wed, 08 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/01/oral-histories/ Read oral histories of early residents memorialized for Fairlington’s 40th anniversary. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/01/children-census/ Sun, 05 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2025/01/children-census/ A look at the number of children who lived in Fairlington over time. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/12/utah-photos/ Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/12/utah-photos/ Photos submitted by a former resident of childhood on South Utah Street in the late 1950’s. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/11/woodrow-photos/ Sun, 17 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/11/woodrow-photos/ View photos from a childhood on South Woodrow Street. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/11/1970s-renovation-photos/ Sun, 17 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/11/1970s-renovation-photos/ View photos taken during the 1970’s renovation. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/09/fairlington-elementary-flashback/ Sat, 14 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/09/fairlington-elementary-flashback/ We have a floor plan of Fairlington Elementary in its first years. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/09/broken-bridge/ Sun, 01 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/09/broken-bridge/ A bridge over South Buchanan Street made Fairlington more navigable, but it wasn’t built to last. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/08/documents/ Thu, 01 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/08/documents/ Find out who lived in your home before you. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/06/documents/ Sun, 30 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/06/documents/ Newsletters, flyers, and other documents from Fairlington’s first days are viewable online for the first time. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/06/home-garden-photos/ Mon, 17 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/06/home-garden-photos/ Enjoy photos from the homes featured on this year’s tour. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/06/1947-photos/ Sat, 01 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/06/1947-photos/ Photos were shared with us of life in Fairlington in its first years. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/05/1977-photos/ Fri, 31 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/05/1977-photos/ Photos were shared with us of Abingdon and the nearby tennis courts. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/05/home-garden/ Wed, 08 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/05/home-garden/ Tickets can be purchased on the day of the event at the Fairlington Villages Community Center patio. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/05/historic-photos/ Sat, 04 May 2024 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/05/historic-photos/ Arlington Public Library’s Center for Local History released new historic photos of Fairlington. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/03/home-garden/ Tue, 19 Mar 2024 21:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/03/home-garden/ Buy tickets by mail or in person for the Tour on Saturday, May 11, 2024. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/03/alexandria/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/03/alexandria/ The county border within Fairlington has seen a surprising amount of change over the years. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/01/original-brochures/ Sun, 07 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/01/original-brochures/ The original sales brochures include Fairlington floor plans, maps, pricing lists, and more. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/01/new-year/ Mon, 01 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2024/01/new-year/ Here are some celebratory photos from pre-renovation basements and kitchens. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/12/soviet-map/ Sat, 30 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/12/soviet-map/ The Soviet Union produced maps of several U.S. cities during the Cold War, including DC and its environs. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/12/home-garden/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 21:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/12/home-garden/ The 2024 Fairlington Home and Garden Tour will take place Saturday, May 11, 2024. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/12/two-schools/ Mon, 11 Dec 2023 21:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/12/two-schools/ A history of schools in Fairlington. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/11/1978-blizzard/ Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/11/1978-blizzard/ A former FHS officer shared photos of Fairlington in the aftermath of a blizzard in 1978. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/10/wallpapers/ Sun, 29 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/10/wallpapers/ View an artifact of an original Fairlington home. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/10/playground/ Thu, 26 Oct 2023 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/10/playground/ Fairlington neighbors came together to build a new playground for Abingdon Elementary in 1985. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/10/new-board/ Tue, 17 Oct 2023 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/10/new-board/ FHS’s new board is excited to showcase Fairlington’s history. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/02/historic-preservation-fund/ Fri, 10 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2023/02/historic-preservation-fund/ Arlington County has launched the Historic Preservation Fund, a competitive grant program that will support community and individual projects related to Arlington’s history, built environment, and cultural heritage. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2020/09/rental-plot-map/ Tue, 22 Sep 2020 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2020/09/rental-plot-map/ An early map of Fairlington is now available for purchase in 36” X 24” poster format. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2019/11/ornament/ Tue, 19 Nov 2019 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2019/11/ornament/ The Fairlington ornament is available for sale. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/12/lookback-featuring-fairlington/ Sat, 01 Dec 2018 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/12/lookback-featuring-fairlington/ Following the 1970’s renovations, Fairlington was advertised in a magazine. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/11/lookback-costs-and-values/ Thu, 01 Nov 2018 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/11/lookback-costs-and-values/ When Fairlington was new, rent was far lower — but so were salaries. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/10/lookback-feeding-fairlington/ Mon, 01 Oct 2018 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/10/lookback-feeding-fairlington/ During World War II, Fairlington residents had be creative about feeding their families. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/09/lookback-where-fairlingtonians-go/ Sat, 01 Sep 2018 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/09/lookback-where-fairlingtonians-go/ Fairlington families didn’t always have so many amenities close by. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/08/lookback-celebrations-activities/ Wed, 01 Aug 2018 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/08/lookback-celebrations-activities/ Celebrations and activities have always been an important part of the Fairlington community. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/07/lookback-getting-around/ Sun, 01 Jul 2018 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/07/lookback-getting-around/ Transportation to and from Fairlington was infrequent and inconvenient in the community’s early days. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/06/lookback-fairlington-play/ Fri, 01 Jun 2018 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/06/lookback-fairlington-play/ Children had to improvise play areas in Fairlington’s early years. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/04/lookback-schools/ Sun, 01 Apr 2018 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/04/lookback-schools/ Fairlington’s schools have always been a focal point of community life. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/03/lookback-bathrooms-kitchens/ Thu, 01 Mar 2018 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/03/lookback-bathrooms-kitchens/ Bathrooms and kitchens have changed a great deal in Fairlington. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/02/gift/ Tue, 20 Feb 2018 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/02/gift/ Fairlington Historical Society’s book – the definitive history of our community – is available for sale. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/02/lookback-i-395/ Thu, 01 Feb 2018 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/02/lookback-i-395/ I-395 divided Fairlington until a bridge was built. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/01/lookback-boundary-stone/ Mon, 01 Jan 2018 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2018/01/lookback-boundary-stone/ One of the first Federal monuments happens to be located in Fairlington. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2017/03/home-and-garden-tour/ Thu, 16 Mar 2017 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2017/03/home-and-garden-tour/ The Home and Garden Tour will be held on Saturday, May 13, 2017. https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2017/02/home-and-garden-tour/ Thu, 23 Feb 2017 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.fairlingtonhistoricalsociety.org/2017/02/home-and-garden-tour/ We are searching for chair(s) and volunteers to begin planning for the biennial Home and Garden Tour scheduled for May 2017.