Name: Commemorative Plans for the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence
Start: 2026-02-21T14:30:00-05:00
Location: Glencarlyn Branch, Arlington Public Library

Commemorative Plans for the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence

Glencarlyn Library will host Arlington History Society President Peter Vaselopulos for a special presentation on upcoming Arlington County events to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.
Highlighting what will be a multi-month program of commemoration activities will be Arlington HistoryFest 250, a free, one-day outdoor festival that will take place on Saturday, May 9 at Kenmore Middle School. The HistoryFest will include live re-enactments, musical performances, historical storytelling, children’s activities, local food vendors, and local history of all sorts!
The Arlington VA250 Committee has announced plans for Arlington HistoryFest 250, a free, one-day outdoor festival commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution. It will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2026, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Kenmore Middle School.
“We’re proud to welcome visitors and residents to experience the living legacy of Arlington’s role in America’s founding,” said Peter Vaselopulos, President of the Arlington Historical Society and Chair of the Arlington VA250 Committee. “Arlington HistoryFest 250 is great fun for the whole family. It kicks off a multi-month commemoration, connecting our county’s roots to the modern day, showcasing how Arlington is a place where history lives.”
Seating at the Glencarlyn Library is limited so please register to attend: https://arlingtonva.libcal.com/event/16190905
The Arlington Historical Society is proud to partner with the Glencarlyn Civic Association and the Glencarlyn Public Library for this event. If you would like an AHS historian to talk to your group about this or other local history topic, please email: [email protected]