News

9/11 Oral Histories

August 20, 2025

Oral Histories

We are looking for people who lived in Fairlington on September 11, 2001.

Contribute to the Fairlington Coloring Book!

June 10, 2025

The Fairlington Historical Society is developing a Fairlington community coloring book.

Fairlington Historical Society Presents "Built to Last"

May 13, 2025

Events

On May 29, FHS will host a presentation about the materials of Fairlington.

Watch the Fairlington Episode of WETA's "If You Lived Here."

April 29, 2025

Events

WETA has shared the episode on their website.

Watch Party for If You Lived Here

March 21, 2025

Events

Come join us for a watch party for WETA’s “If You Lived Here.”

Oral Histories of Early Fairlingtonians

January 8, 2025

Oral Histories

Read oral histories of early residents memorialized for Fairlington’s 40th anniversary.

When Kids Ruled Fairlington

January 5, 2025

Articles

A look at the number of children who lived in Fairlington over time.

Photos from South Utah Street, 1956-1960

December 17, 2024

Photos

Photos submitted by a former resident of childhood on South Utah Street in the late 1950’s.

Photos from South Woodrow Street, 1948-1950

November 17, 2024

Photos

View photos from a childhood on South Woodrow Street.

1970's Renovation Photos

November 17, 2024

Photos

View photos taken during the 1970’s renovation.