Published on May 06, 2026
By Office of Communication
Arlington celebrates National Preservation Month this May by highlighting the people and places that helped shape the city’s 150-year history, while the nation prepares for its 250th anniversary in 2026.
Mayor Jim Ross issued a proclamation on May 5 that officially designates May 2026 as National Preservation Month in Arlington. The proclamation recognizes the individuals, organizations and volunteers who actively protect the city’s historic places and ensure Arlington’s heritage remains visible for future generations.
City officials highlighted Arlington’s Local Historical Marker Program, which features 56 designated landmarks and two National Register historic districts. To kick off the month, the Landmark Preservation Commission installed “History Happens Here” yard signs at all 56 Local Landmarks. The signs celebrate both National Preservation Month and Arlington’s sesquicentennial. Residents are encouraged to visit landmark locations, explore their history and keep the signs up beyond May in honor of the milestone year.
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, Arlington is using this moment to celebrate the people, places and stories that built the community.
Visit Arlington150.com for more historical articles, photos and events planned throughout 2026.