Though Arlington was founded in July 1876 as a stop on the Texas & Pacific Railway and recognized by the post office in January 1877, it wasn’t until April 21, 1884, that the town was officially incorporated.
A new beer coaster is always a cool souvenir. But when you unexpectedly find one in the wild from your favorite brewery, well, maybe dreams really do come true.
History comes alive in Downtown Arlington! There’s no better way to explore an area than on foot, and this one-mile walking tour follows Center Street through the heart of the city’s past. Discover the people and places that helped shape our journey from a tiny railroad stop to a thriving city.
On April 11, 1994, the Texas Rangers played their first regular season game at The Ballpark in Arlington, their new home since the team began playing at Arlington Stadium (formerly Turnpike Stadium) in 1972.
Though I’m not too familiar with her music, and she definitely has no idea who I am, we do have something in common: we were both born in Arlington and almost on the same day—albeit seven years apart. She was born on April 10; myself on April 12.
Jason S. Sullivan 