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Local Historic Districts

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Local Historic Districts

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Arlington County is rich in history and our built environment is a reflection of that. In Arlington County there are locally-designated historic districts, which provide the greatest protection for our historic resources. There are also National Register of Historic Places listings, historic easements and historical markers. The locally-designated districts are buildings, sites and neighborhoods which capture our history and heritage. Each of these is approved by the County Board on recommendation of the Historical Affairs and Landmark Review Board. In…

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Where They Were…

Where They Were…

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In a four-part series, Preservation Arlington looks back at the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, which had a major impact on Arlingtonians, and all Americans, and which culminated in Kennedy’s funeral, which indelibly changed the face of Arlington National Cemetery. For this first piece, we asked three Arlingtonians to tell us where they were during that fateful time. Where were you? Leave your memories in the comments. “To Have it All Wiped Out…” Bill and Ellen Bozman were both…

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Historic House for Sale: 3856 North Glebe Road

Historic House for Sale: 3856 North Glebe Road

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On occasion, Preservation Arlington will highlight unique historic houses that are on the market in Arlington County. We hope to raise awareness of some of the true housing gems we have here. Some might be in great condition and just need to be maintained by their next owner, while others may need a steward with heart and passion to restore and stabilize the property. These are not commercial listings or endorsements by Preservation Arlington. An elegant 1925 farm house is…

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