Arlington County Government offices and services are operating on modified schedules for the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026.
Essential properties have the greatest historical, architectural or visual prominence in our community. They give Arlington a genuine sense of place and best illustrate how our built environment evolved during the early- to mid-20th century. In addition, these buildings have the greatest architectural integrity and the least extensive physical alterations. Learn more about each property below or view a map of locations.
Historic Preservation Home
Lorin Farris, Historic Preservation Supervisor 2100 Clarendon Blvd., Suite 700 Arlington, VA 22201 703-228-3549 Email
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