The Fairlington Historical Society (FHS) is an organization of Fairlingtonians, present and past, devoted to preserving the unique legacy of the community.
Fairlington Elementary Flashback
September 14, 2024We have a floor plan of Fairlington Elementary in its first years.
Fairlington's Broken Bridge
September 1, 2024A bridge over South Buchanan Street made Fairlington more navigable, but it wasn’t built to last.
Researching Your Home's History
August 1, 2024Find out who lived in your home before you.
Historical Documents Newly Available Online
June 30, 2024Newsletters, flyers, and other documents from Fairlington’s first days are viewable online for the first time.
Photos from the 2024 Home and Garden Tour
June 17, 2024Enjoy photos from the homes featured on this year’s tour.
Photos of Fairlington from 1947
June 1, 2024Photos were shared with us of life in Fairlington in its first years.
Photos of Abingdon Elementary from 1977
May 31, 2024Photos were shared with us of Abingdon and the nearby tennis courts.
Reminder - Home and Garden Tour This Saturday, May 11, 11 AM - 3 PM
May 8, 2024Tickets can be purchased on the day of the event at the Fairlington Villages Community Center patio.
New Historic Photos of Fairlington
May 4, 2024Arlington Public Library’s Center for Local History released new historic photos of Fairlington.
Tickets Are On Sale for the Home and Garden Tour
March 19, 2024Buy tickets by mail or in person for the Tour on Saturday, May 11, 2024.