Founded in 1876, Arlington is celebrating its 150th Anniversary this year with lots of fun and festivities!

Remembering Wanda Marshall (1932–2025), a longtime volunteer and board member with the Arlington Historical Society.

James Park Fielder, Sr., a prominent early resident of Arlington and the namesake of Fielder Road, passed away on May 7, 1948,

On May 6, 1997, Elzie Odom (1929–2025) was elected as Mayor of Arlington, succeeding Richard Greene, who had led the city for the previous decade.

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Arista Joyner’s seminal book, “Arlington, Texas: Birthplace of the Metroplex.”