Thursday, January 12, 2012, 7 pm at the Arlington Central Library Auditorium, 1015 N. Quincy St
The program is free to the public, but please RSVP.

“Uniforms not Costumes” will be an engaging discussion dispelling Hollywood myths about what Civil War soldiers North and South actually looked like.  The speaker will show clips from films and give examples of how 150 years sometimes distorts historical accuracy. Other topics covered are a history of the textiles, styles, and supply of uniforms and equipment for Confederate and Union soldiers.  The talk will be given by Chris Clarke, a twenty year student, re-enactor, and maker of historically accurate Civil War military equipment.

Hume School Illuminated at Night

On Sunday, December 4th the Arlington Historical Society held an Open House and Holiday Social at the Arlington Historical Museum.

Find the Perfect Gift for Everyone on Your Holiday List

One-of-a-Kind Items You Won’t Find Anywhere Else! Hand-crafted jewelry, handwoven scarves, handmade herbal soaps and candles, global handcrafts, heirloom toys, ceramics, silk and cashmere shawls, custom handbag designs, and much more!

Women’s Club Bake Shoppe
Irresistible homemade treats and—new this year—take-away meals
Fresh Holiday Wreaths! Custom-made to match your holiday style (for convenience, you may pre-order on our website)

Win Valuable Prizes!
Lawn Service, Christmas Tree, Spa Services, Restaurant Gift Certificates and more!

Our fabulous raffle baskets are always a Boutique highlight!
Join us for Lunch. Take a break from shopping and enjoy a great lunch.
Shop For Quality Artisan Gifts and Support A Good Cause!

Proceeds benefit Doorways for Women and Families and the Arlington Historical Museum (Hume School Building).
Visit our website: http://ahwc1958.org/

The Aurora Hills Women’s Club is a 501(c)3 organization

Join a park naturalist in an exploration of past cultures of our land. The program will include a slideshow, demonstration of prehistoric skill and tools (including spear throwing, string making and dugout canoe demonstration) and a visit to the archaeological dig site in the park. Adults and children ages 6 and up (8 and up recommended)

There is no charge for this program, but reservations are required. Call 703-528-5406 to make a reservation or for more information. Potomac Overlook is located at 2845 Marcey Road (at the end of Marcey Road, off of Military Road) in north Arlington, VA.

Garrett is an Arlington resident and VMI graduate. He is also the author of “The Prohibition Hangover: Alcohol in America from Demon Rum to Cult Cabernet” and a contributor to “The Civil War Battlefield Guide” by Frances H. Kennedy. Garrett leads the “Temperance Tour” of Prohibition-related sites in the Nation’s Capital, which has been featured on C-SPAN Book TV. For a YouTube preview of Garrett’s presentation, visit http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2ScDgr4Pvs.

Fort Myer, now part of Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, boasts a rich history that dates to the Civil War. It is home to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The walking tour will be conducted by base historian Kim Holien and also will include a view of Victorian-era generals’ quarters, Civil War fort ruins, base auditorium Conmy Hall and the Patton Society.  

Cost is $20 for AHS and AHA members,and includes hot hors d’oeuvres at the Fort Myer Officers Club to jump-start the evening. Reservations are required and space is limited. To sign-up, please pay below:

Courtesy of William Merritt, Photography “Photos Provided on Site Now”

School children in Arlington, Va., honored those who died at the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001, tolling the bell at the county’s historic Hume School museum 184 times, 10 years to the moment that American Airlines Flight 77 crashed into the building.

Twenty-eight Oakridge Elementary School students participated in the event, which also marked the opening of the museum’s new exhibit on the Pentagon and the 9/11 attack. The Arlington County Fire Department showed their support by sending a crew and engine to the ceremony

 “The events held nationwide have honored all who died that day. We felt that it was our duty to remember those who died here in Arlington, who heroically gave their lives for their country,” Historical Society board member Ali Ganjian said.

The event drew neighbors, community members and former Pentagon employees who were in the building on that historic day.

Long-time Arlington resident Jon Brown brought his son Reid, 12, to the ceremony. Reid was in a day care center less than a mile from the crash site on Sept. 11, 2001

“We came here because the [National 9/11] Pentagon Memorial was closed for a private ceremony. We try to do something every year, to always remember those who died and those who worked so hard to save lives that day,” Brown said.

The museum’s Pentagon 9/11 Exhibit will become part of its permanent display. It contains numerous artifacts from the Defense Department, including the Pentagon’s heliport sign, which stood 50 feet from the point of impact and is visible in many photos from that tragic day.

Arlington County Firefighters and Engine observe the September 11 Commemoration

Members of the Aurora Hills Women’s Club with the student bell ringers.

Courtesy of William Merritt, Photography “Photos Provided on Site Now”

Courtesy of William Merritt, Photography “Photos Provided on Site Now”

 

 

 The Arlington Historical Society is proudly participating in Flags Across Arlington.  Please join us on Sunday September 11, 2011 at 9:37 a.m. to commemorate the Pentagon attack.  We will be ringing the school bell 184 times, once for each victim of the Pentagon Attack.  The museum will also have on display a special Pentagon exhibit.  Other commemorative events in Arlington can be found at: http://www.arlingtonva.us/portals/topics/ArlingtonRemembers.aspx