May 1, 2009

City to Unveil Historical Signage in Founders Plaza

Who: Arlington Historical Society

What: Unveiling of historical signage in Founders Plaza

When: 2 p.m., Sunday, May 3

Where: Founders Plaza, 100 W. Abram St., in downtown Arlington (across from City Hall)

Why: To honor the descendants of six families who were instrumental in the early development of the Arlington community. Some of Arlington’s major streets, an elementary school and golf course currently bear the names of these individuals and their families. The City of Arlington and Arlington Historical Society remain committed to preserving the city’s rich heritage.

Arlington families to be honored on Sunday are Collins, Cooper, Ditto, Rankin, Rogers and Rose. The program includes special remarks by Mayor Pro Tempore Lana Wolff, who represents District 5. A reception will follow at the Fielder House Museum.

For more information, call Geraldine Mills, chairperson of the Arlington Historical Society, at 817-460-4001 or 817-925-0686.

About Founders Plaza

Founders Plaza is the newest crown jewel in Arlington’s downtown/university district. The plaza features and an interactive water fountain funded by the Junior League of Arlington.

Founders Plaza is the site of free concerts and multicultural community celebrations as part of the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, which opened in 2008. In its first season, more than 15,000 people enjoyed free concerts under the stars featuring everything from world music and jazz to country and Latin rhythms.

Learn more at www.levittpavilionarlington.org.