The Fairlington Historical Society (FHS) is an organization of Fairlingtonians, present and past, devoted to preserving the unique legacy of the community.
View the Latest Fairlington Historical Society News:
Announcing the 2024 Home and Garden Tour
December 14, 2023
The 2024 Fairlington Home and Garden Tour will take place Saturday, May 11, 2024.
Two Schools and a Tiffany Window
December 11, 2023
A history of schools in Fairlington.
Photos of Fairlington after the 1978 Blizzard
November 27, 2023
A former FHS officer shared photos of Fairlington in the aftermath of a blizzard in 1978.
Fairlington's Original Wallpaper
October 29, 2023
View an artifact of an original Fairlington home.
Abingdon's Community-Built Playground
October 26, 2023
Fairlington neighbors came together to build a new playground for Abingdon Elementary in 1985.
Fairlington Historical Society Elects New Board
October 17, 2023
FHS’s new board is excited to showcase Fairlington’s history.
Arlington Announces New Historic Preservation Grant Opportunity
February 10, 2023
Arlington County has launched the Historic Preservation Fund, a competitive grant program that will support community and individual projects related to Arlington’s history, built environment, and cultural heritage.
Fairlington Rental Plot Map
September 22, 2020
An early map of Fairlington is now available for purchase in 36” X 24” poster format.
Fairlington Ornament
November 19, 2019
The Fairlington ornament is available for sale.
75th Anniversary Lookback — Featuring Fairlington
December 1, 2018
Following the 1970’s renovations, Fairlington was advertised in a magazine.