The Bankhead Highway was one of the nation’s first paved transcontinental highways. It went through 14 southern states and connected Washington, D.C. to San Diego, California. The highway traveled more than 850 miles through Texas, from Texarkana to El Paso, and connected cities and towns in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Arlington especially benefited from the Bankhead Highway, as it helped our city establish its identity.
The best place in Arlington to get a pint of Guinness is at J.R. Bentley’s Pub.
Sunday mornings are a great time to explore Downtown Arlington. Here are some photos from a recent exploration, which mostly focused on bricks and buildings.
“Echoes From The Hill” is a documentary exploring life for Arlington’s Black residents in a historic neighborhood called The Hill.
Located inside the Cooper Street Antique Mall is the Tin Tulip Tea Room—a hidden gem in south Arlington with delicious food and an unbeatable ambiance.
Jason S. Sullivan 