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SAVED (Again): Fort Ethan Allen

SAVED (Again): Fort Ethan Allen

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On Sunday, March 23rd, a crowd of over 100 people came out to witness the unveiling of several new interpretive markers at Fort Ethan Allen, one of Arlington County’s most significant remaining Civil War sites. County Board Chairman Jay Fisette, local officials, and private citizens all made remarks celebrating the site’s history and the long effort it took to protect and preserve the site, and now to interpret it. They were joined by several reenactors who shared the experiences of…

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Arlington Bookshelf:
General History

Arlington Bookshelf:
General History

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With this new series, we will highlight publications that touch on Arlington’s historic places and people. Future posts will deal with the Civil War, Arlington Cemetery, and other topics. The following books give a good general historic overview, in words and images, of Arlington County. Images of America: Arlington. Arlington Historical Society, Arcadia Publishing. First printed in 2000 and reprinted in 2001. A great 128-page book organizing photographs of Arlington into six specific date ranges that relate to spurts of…

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SAVED: The Fraber House

SAVED: The Fraber House

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If one house alone could be chosen to symbolize the history and growth of Arlington’s neighborhoods, the Fraber House would be a contender. Built in 1913, this charming bungalow at 1612 North Quincy Street has anchored a prominent corner in Cherrydale, not far from Central Library and Washington-Lee High School, for over a century. Last year, while owned by Arlington County, the Fraber House became one of the county’s newest Local Historic Districts, affording it the strongest possible protection against…

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UPCOMING MEETING: Deep Throat Garage, 1401 Wilson Blvd.

UPCOMING MEETING: Deep Throat Garage, 1401 Wilson Blvd.

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The Arlington Planning Commission’s Site Plan Review Committee (SPRC) is continuing to assess plans for the property at 1401 Wilson Boulevard, the location of the “Deep Throat” garage. The agenda for this seventh SPRC meeting outlines three topics to be covered: Open Space, Community Benefit, and Construction Issues. Part of the discussion for “Community Benefit” will include historic preservation issues of the site. Already recognized with a County Historical Marker, the proposed redevelopment of this site has increased awareness of…

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FOR SALE: Modern Luxury

FOR SALE: Modern Luxury

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An exciting modern home has been substantially remodeled and updated for its next owner. Purchased by an investor group in early 2013, the house has been completely upgraded with a nod to its dramatic modern architecture. 3435 Roberts Lane is currently offered $1,449,900 and the full listing is available online. This house has amazing curb appeal. Bellevue Forest is better known for its traditional brick architecture and ramblers or split level homes. But tucked away in the back corner along…

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LOST: February 2014 Snapshots

LOST: February 2014 Snapshots

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In February 2014 a total of 11 demolition permits were applied for in Arlington County, all of which were for single family homes (see photos below). All of the homes are located in North Arlington and the majority (seven) are north of Lee Highway. Three are located in National Register Historic Districts: 1743 North Quincy (Cherrydale Historic District), 2511 16th Street North (Lyon Village Historic District), and 6126 22nd Street North (Highland Park/Overlee Knolls Historic District). Several of the homes…

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Nominations Sought for 2014 Endangered List

Nominations Sought for 2014 Endangered List

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Preservation Arlington is seeking public input in developing the 2014 Arlington’s Most Endangered Historic Places List. Nominations can be submitted through March 28, 2014. The 2014 list will be released during Preservation Month 2014 (May). Arlington’s Most Endangered Historic Places List is an annual listing intended to heighten awareness of historic sites and resources in the County and to inspire advocacy on behalf of preservation within the Arlington community. Preservation Arlington is seeking nominations of specific properties and places as…

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FOR SALE: Single Family on Columbia Pike

FOR SALE: Single Family on Columbia Pike

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Sitting high on the hill overlooking Columbia Pike is this grand old house from a another day. 1724 Columbia Pike is a five-bedroom and three-bathroom home that is newly relisted (click for slideshow)for $635,000. Built in 1936 this home has huge rooms that are perfect for entertaining. The house also has great details from mature plantings outside to interior features such as two brick fireplaces, wide graceful stairs, a full attic, and beautiful hardwood floors. Located just 1/2 mile from…

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Preserved & Developed:
Complex Effort to Save Four Buildings in Clarendon

Preserved & Developed:
Complex Effort to Save Four Buildings in Clarendon

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Preserved & Developed is a series of articles by Preservation Arlington highlighting local development projects that have involved both development of a site and preservation of historic resources. The projects highlight a wide range of challenges and solutions over many years. At the time they were completed the projects represented a commitment by the developer and the community to embrace the future and preserve the past. Preservation Arlington is awarding each project a gold, silver, or bronze star based on…

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Sustainable Vision for Residential Redevelopment in Arlington

Sustainable Vision for Residential Redevelopment in Arlington

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Preservation Arlington will be joining the discussion at the 36th Annual Meeting of Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment. The meeting — whose very important topic is “Exploring a Sustainable Vision for Redevelopment in Arlington’s Residential Neighborhoods” — will be held on Wednesday, March 5, 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. at Arlington Navy League, 2300 Wilson Blvd.. Registration is free; RSVP here. Arlington neighborhoods are evolving. The question is: Can we move forward in a sustainable way that preserves the characteristics that…

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