Who am I?
Jason S. Sullivan, age 43, of Arlington, Texas
—Local history blogger and archivist
What do I do?
I explore the past and present of Arlington and blog about my discoveries. I’m also the Newsletter Editor and Facebook admin for the Arlington Historical Society.
About me
I was born in Arlington but grew up in the neighboring town of Mansfield. After living in Mansfield for 24 years, I moved to Arlington in 2007. About five years ago, I started exploring the city and blogging about my discoveries. Some of my favorite Arlington topics include local history, notable people, public art, architecture, cemeteries, and iconic restaurants.
I became interested in local history a few years ago and soon joined the Arlington Historical Society where I serve as board member, newsletter editor, and Facebook admin. I have also contributed local history articles to the City of Arlington’s website, Downtown Arlington’s blog, and Arlington Today magazine. In 2023, I received the Debbie Reynolds-Hazen Award, recognizing a younger individual for leadership in collecting and preserving Tarrant County’s history.
Check out my recent posts below, use the search field to find something specific, or browse the Archive for a full list.
- Arlington Advocate: Ready to Transition from Passion to Profession
- Remembering Grace Beauchamp (1914-1934)
- Doug Russell Day—November 15, 1968
- Remembering Mattie Fielder (1867-1950)
- Tate Cemetery
- Arlington in 1907: Population Booming and Poised for the Future
- Dino’s Subs—45 Years of Deliciousness
- “Seventeen Years On Bench Gives Arlington Justice Unique Opinions Of Laws” (1917)
- “Uncle Dutch”—Arlington’s First Mayor
- J. D. Cooper House
- Obituary for Dr. Zack Bobo (1897-1987)
- Remembering Dr. Bobo (1897-1987)
- Pantera Plays “Friday Night at the Flags” in 1985
- “Arlington In Last Rites For Rose” (1923)
- City of Arlington Ad From The Junior Aggie Yearbook (1942)
- Remembering Officer Richard W. Simpson (1945-1990)
- “Pagans admit to using Caelum Moor for rites” (1996)
- “Documentary examines life for Black residents in historic Arlington Community” (2022)
- “Arlington Crime Report” (1985)
- Contemplating the Cosmos at Caelum Moor
- Remembering Martha Walker (1933-2025)
Contact me
Have a question or comment? Contact me—I’d love to hear from you!
Updated 04-15-26
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