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SUMMARY:History Walking Tour & Open House at Knapp Heritage Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Arlington Historical Society & Knapp Heritage Park in celebrating Arlington’s 150th with guided tours and live music \n\n\n\n\nStep back in time at Knapp Heritage Park for a special First Thursday evening of music\, heritage\, and local history in celebration of the City of Arlington’s 150th Birthday! \nJoin Downtown Arlington and the Arlington Historical Society for a relaxed evening under the shaded oak trees at Knapp Heritage Park. Tour original 19th-century log cabins\, enjoy live acoustic music\, and learn about the origins of our community. \nAs a special highlight for September First Thursday\, the Arlington Historical Society is offering guided Arlington History Walking Tours led by local historians\, Jason Sullivan. \nEvent Highlights:\n\nHistoric Cabin Open House: Explore authentic historic cabins and schoolhouses preserved right in the heart of Downtown Arlington.\nLive Music Under the Oaks: Bring a lawn chair or blanket and relax to live music throughout the evening.\nGuided History Walking Tours: Take a 30-minute guided stroll through downtown history\, starting and ending at Knapp Heritage Park (Limited spots available—reserve your tour ticket).\n\nSchedule of Events:\n\n5:00 p.m.: Park Gates Open\, Cabin Tours & Live Music Begin\n6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.: History Walking Tour #1 (Departs from the main entrance)\n7:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.: History Walking Tour #2 (Departs from the main entrance)\n8:00 p.m.: Event Concludes
URL:https://arlington150.com/event/walking-tour-first-thursdays/
LOCATION:Knapp Heritage Park\, 201 W Front St\, Arlington\, 76011\, United States
CATEGORIES:150th Celebration,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington Historical Society":MAILTO:fielderh@swbell.net
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SUMMARY:First Thursdays - Arlington’s 150th Birthday Bash!
DESCRIPTION:FIRST THURSDAYS ARE THE NIGHT TO BE IN DOWNTOWN ARLINGTON! \nGrab the family and text the group chat\, it’s the night to be in Downtown Arlington. Once a month\, the district comes alive with live music\, artistic experiences\, and unique happenings at your favorite local businesses. \nJoin the Downtown Arlington Management Corporation for the next First Thursdays event on Thursday\, September 3\, from 5–8 p.m.\, to celebrate Arlington’s 150th Birthday Bash! \nSeptember highlights Include: \n\nGiant “150” Community Photo – Help form a giant “150” on the lawn for a special birthday photo. RSVP encouraged.\nFeatured Attraction: Live Mural Painting & Meet the Artist at Hurtado BBQ:\n\nHead over to Hurtado BBQ from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM for live music and a live mural painting session celebrating Arlington’s 150th Birthday! Meet local artist Dylan Kennedy as he finishes Downtown’s newest mural\, snap a photo with the artwork and stick around for live music on the patio. A special thanks to the North Texas Communities Foundation and the Arlington Tomorrow Foundation for bringing this piece of art to life.\n\n\n150th Birthday Cabaret – Free celebratory performance at Theatre Arlington at 6:30 & 7:30 p.m. Reserve your ticket in advance to secure your spot.\nHistoric Knapp Heritage Park – Enjoy cabin tours and live music beneath the trees. Please register for the Guided Tours.\nArlington Historical Society History Walk – Take a guided tour of Arlington landmarks\, including Mineral Well and Arlington Music Hall.\n150 Passport Scavenger Hunt – Collect six commemorative stickers from participating businesses to complete your “passport.” Turn it in at Theatre Arlington before the cabaret and receive an event‑exclusive 150th anniversary sticker.\n\nCelebrate Arlington’s past\, present\, and future with an evening of music\, history\, art\, and community spirit where it all began\, in the heart of Downtown. \nRead more on this event.
URL:https://arlington150.com/event/first-thursdays-arlington-150/
LOCATION:Downtown Arlington
CATEGORIES:150th Celebration,History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Arlington Management Corporation":MAILTO:damc@downtownarlington.org
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SUMMARY:The Fielder Talks
DESCRIPTION:Join at Fielder Museum as the Arlington Historical Society dives into Ray Bradbury’s classic sci-fi story\, “There Will Come Soft Rains\,” combining science fiction\, technology\, history\, and the Fielder House. This event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://arlington150.com/event/the-fielder-talks/
LOCATION:Fielder House Museum\, 1616 W Abram St\, Arlington\, TX\, 76013\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington Historical Society":MAILTO:fielderh@swbell.net
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SUMMARY:Arlington Genealogical Society’s 55th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Join the Arlington Genealogical Society in the 3rd Floor Genealogy/Local History Room for the society’s 55th Anniversary celebration. \nThe celebration will feature an exciting lineup of presentations\, including an overview of AGS’s contributions to the community\, an introduction to International Genealogy Day\, a verbal tour of the Genealogy Room’s collection\, and a look at tech and local maps in the Retro Tech Lab. Representatives from Johnson Station Cemetery will share updates on restoration efforts and we’ll discuss how to verify research and facts in genealogy. \nEnjoy a Q&A session\, door prizes\, and then continue the celebration downstairs in the {re}Brary Room for cake\, coffee\, and fellowship with the Mayor as we honor the society’s 55 years of preserving history. \nThis event is free and open to all. You are invited to come discover your roots\, connect with history and celebrate Arlington’s legacy!
URL:https://arlington150.com/event/arlington-genealogical-society-55th-anniversary/
LOCATION:George W. Hawkes Downtown Library\, 100 S. Center St\, Arlington\, 76010\, United States
CATEGORIES:History
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arlington Genealogical Society":MAILTO:AGS.ContactUs@gmail.com
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