Arlington Historical Society
Author
Series
Special publication volume 1
Publisher
The Society
Pub. Date
1960.
Language
English
Formats
Publisher
Info 31 Productions
Pub. Date
1995.
Language
English
Description
Sherman Pratt of the Arlington Historical Society leads a discussion about the role of the military in the growth and development of Arlington County, specifically the impact that Fort Meyer has had on the community. Local residents share memories of their experiences living aroud and being stationed at Fort Myer. Recorded 16 November 1995.
Publisher
Info 31 Productions
Pub. Date
1998.
Language
English
Description
The Arlington Historical Society gives a presentation about how to do research and find out infomration on historic homes in Arlington County. Judy Muniec gives a talk about notable historic homes and neighborhoods in the county..
Publisher
Info 31 Productions
Pub. Date
1996.
Language
English
Description
The Arlington Historical Society leads a discussion about the history and development of the Rosslyn neighborhood, from an area of mixed industry and warehouses to the bustling area of skyscrapers and hi-rise aparments that it is today. Residents recount their memories of the area of Rosslyn as it was in the 1930s to the 1950s. Recorded 28 March 1996.
Publisher
Arlington Information Channel 31
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
English
Description
Presentation by Dean Allard, former President of the Arlington Historical Society, about the presence of the United States Navy in Arlington. Specific focus is given to the Navy Radio Station at Fort Meyer and other radio/communications facilities in the area. The program concludes with a Q&A session.
Publisher
Info 31 Productions
Pub. Date
1998.
Language
English
Description
The Arlington Historical Society hosts a discussion hosted by local historian Randy Swart. Mr. Swart gives a presentation about the history of the Barcroft neighborhood from the Civil War onwards. After, Mr. Swart moderates a discussion with local residents as they share their memories of the area from the 1930s to the 1960s. Recorded 19 March 1998.
Publisher
Info 31 Productions
Pub. Date
2000.
Language
English
Description
Historian Elroy Niewig discusses his book about the history of Arlington Forest and presents two copies to the library to be part of their collection. Local historian Chris Shears gives a talk about the history of Arlington Forest. Locals recount memories of the area as it was in the 1930s through the 1960s. Recorded 14 December 2000.
Publisher
Info 31 Productions
Pub. Date
2001.
Language
English
Description
Paxton Baker, President of the Douglas Park Community Association, gives a talk about his role in this capacity and about the history of the Douglas Park neighborhood. This is followed by a discussion moderated by Mr. Baker where local residents recount memories of the area from the 1930s through the 1960s. Originally recorded 14 Dcember 2001.
Publisher
Info 31 Productions
Pub. Date
2001.
Language
English
Description
This episode of Arlington Reunion includes a talk moderated by Connie McAdam, former director of the Arlington County Department of Recreation, and Bette Clements, a member of the Arlington Historical Society. McAdam introduces the topic by giving a short presentation about the history of the Arlington County Park System. Residents of Arlington County share their memories of Arlington's parks and recreation facilities as they were in the 1930s to...
Publisher
Info 31 Productions
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
This episode of Arlington Reunion is hosted by the Arlington Historical Society. Guest speaker Dr. Wayne Parks, a registered psychotherapist, gives a talk bout Black entrepreneurship in Arlington County, followed by a moderated discussion where residents share their memories and stories related to African-American-owned businesses in the County. Originally recored 14 April 2005.
Publisher
Info 31 Productions
Pub. Date
1990.
Language
English
Description
Former President of the Arlington County Branch of the NAACP William Cassell Butler presents his personal papers to the Arlington County Public Libraries. Library Director Charles Brown opens the ceremony and discusses the role of the library system in preserving African-American history. Al Eisenberg, Chair of the Arlington County Board gives welcoming remarks. Jane Robinson, President of the Arlington Historical Society talks about the importance...
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