Visit the Arlington Historical Museum’s new voting rights exhibit “From Barriers to Ballots” featuring artifacts and documents about Arlington’s voting history including ballot boxes used when the Hume School was a polling place and a poll tax receipt–when you had to pay to be able to vote. AHS is partnering with other community organizations to commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act. (see the list of events here: https://arlhist.org/event/from-barriers-to-ballots-event-series/
The Arlington Historical Museum is open every Sunday from 1-4 PM (Saturday from 10 AM – 4 PM). Come for a fascinating look into the people, places, and moments that shaped our community. Whether you’re a history buff or just curious, there’s something here for you—because history is for everyone. Come explore, connect, and be inspired! Visit us this weekend—admission is free! Rediscover the past!
(1805 South Arlington Ridge Rd, Arlington)