The best arts & culture spots in Arlington County

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Black Heritage Museum of Arlington, Virginia (opens in a new tab)

3045b Columbia Pike · Arlington

Black Heritage Museum of Arlington, Virginia spotlights the African American journey to freedom in Arlington County, with history you can…

Black Heritage Museum of Arlington, Virginia spotlights the African American journey to freedom in Arlington County, with history you can actually feel and a MEA Project Video Gallery stacked with new content. Put it on your list this week and leave with a fuller picture of home.

From the Arlington newsletter, October 12, 2026

Military Women's Memorial (opens in a new tab)

Memorial Ave, Schley Dr · Arlington

The Military Women's Memorial is the only national memorial dedicated to women who have served in and with the U.S. Armed Forces, with…

S. Armed Forces, with interactive exhibits, a research library, and an oral history archive. Pop in to explore A Sea Change: Women on Combatant Ships, add a story to the National Register.

From the Arlington newsletter, October 19, 2026

David M. Brown Planetarium (opens in a new tab)

1426 N Quincy St · Arlington

David M. Brown Planetarium brings the night sky indoors with immersive dome films, monthly Stars Tonight sky tours, and themed weekends…

David M. Brown Planetarium brings the night sky indoors with immersive dome films, monthly Stars Tonight sky tours, and themed weekends that sometimes rope in guest speakers, plus a quick star talk to cap things off. Give yourself a low-key, brain-expanding break this week and line up a wonder fix close to home.

From the Arlington newsletter, October 16, 2026

Ball-Sellers House (John Ball House) (opens in a new tab)

5620 3rd St S · Arlington

Make a quick history detour this week at Ball-Sellers House (John Ball House), the county’s oldest building from around 1750. This humble…

Make a quick history detour this week at Ball-Sellers House (John Ball House), the county’s oldest building from around 1750. This humble colonial farmhouse, cared for by the Arlington Historical Society, comes alive with docent-led tours that trace neighbors’ lives here since 1742, creaky floors included.

From the Arlington newsletter, October 26, 2026

Arlington Historical Museum (Hume School) (opens in a new tab)

1805 S Arlington Ridge Rd · Arlington

The Arlington Historical Museum (Hume School) packs Arlington’s story into one charming landmark, with rotating America 250 exhibits like…

, plus a hands-on Dr. Gerald K. Haines Schoolroom where you can literally ring the bell.

From the Arlington newsletter, October 6, 2026