History and Heritage Events in Arlington County The following calendar is a compilation of Arlington history events sponsored by the Arlington Historical Society, the Arlington County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources, or other organizations. Information is subject to change. July CIVIL WAR DISCOVERY SERIES: CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY Sun., July 12, 2009 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Families, ages 7 and up. Register children and adults. Learn to work as a team to load and aim a replica Civil War cannon. Various artillery pieces used in the Civil War will be discussed and participants will "bombard" a replica fortification. A program of the Arlington County Dept. of Parks & Recreation. For more information: 703-243-4342. $5 fee due upon registration. Registration required, register online or call 703-228-4747. Program #644355D Location: Meet at Fort C.F. Smith Park, 2411 N. 24th St., Arlington, VA 22207 FORT MYER MEIGS PREFAB HOUSE TOUR Wed., July 22, 2009 6:30 p.m. The Arlington Historical Society and the Arlington Heritage Alliance are pleased to offer a special tour of a 19th-century prefabricated house at Ft. Myer, designed by Montgomery C. Meigs, Civil War Quartermaster General, engineer, and architect. This is a rare opportunity because of base security issues. The event will begin with light refreshments at the Officers’ Club. Cost is $10 for Society members and $15 for non-members. Payment will be collected the day of the tour. To register, send an email to info@arlingtonhistoricalsociety.org, with "Ft. Myer Tour" in the subject line. Space is limited, so register early. "WOMEN OF CIVIL WAR WASHINGTON" CONFERENCE Fri. July 24 - Sun., July 26, 2009 Held by the Society for Women and the Civil War. For more information and to register, visit www.swcw.org Location: Arlington Court Suites Hotel, 1200 N. Courthouse Rd., Arlington, VA 22201 August HANSSEN SPY TOUR Sat. Aug 1, 2009 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM The infamous spy and traitor Robert Hanssen worked in secrecy all around the nation's capital for years before being discovered. Some of those clandestine affairs were conducted right in the woods of Long Branch Nature Center. Learn the dramatic story of this notorious spy, the damage he caused our nation, and his eventual downfall and arrest, including the FBI's nature center operations. A program of the Arlington County Dept. of Parks & Recreation. Information: 703-228-6535. $5 fee payable at the program. Registration required, register online or call 703-228-4747. Program #643741E Location: Meet at Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Springs Rd., Arlington, VA 22204 CIVIL WAR DISCOVERY SERIES: CAMP LIFE (For Kids) Wed. Aug 5, 2009 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Ages 7- 12. A program of the Arlington County Dept. of Parks & Recreation. Most of a soldier's life in the army was spent in camp rather than in battle. In this program, you'll set up camp, learn about the items soldiers carried with them and how they occupied their time. Make and have the opportunity to taste hardtack. For more information: 703-243-4342. $5 fee due upon registration. Registration required, register online or call 703-228-4747. Program #644355E Location: Meet at Fort C.F. Smith Park, 2411 N. 24th Street, Arlington, VA 22207 SECOND BULL RUN BATTLEFIELD TOUR Sat., Aug. 15, 2009 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM A program of the Arlington County Dept. of Parks & Recreation. Following their succesful defense of Richmond, the Confederate Army moved to attack a Union army near Washington. This visit to this National Park will follow the course of the battle and also briefly discuss First Bull Run. For information: 703-243-4342. $25 fee due upon registration. Registration required, register online or call 703-228-4747. Program #644341B Location: Van will leave from the Lubber Run Center parking lot, 300 N. Park Dr., Arlington, VA 22203 CIVIL WAR DISCOVERY SERIES: YOU'RE IN THE ARMY NOW (For Kids) Wed., Aug. 19, 2009 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Ages 7-11. A program of the Arlington County Dept. of Parks & Recreation. Enlist in a Civil War army and using replica wood rifles, learn to "load in nine times", and how to march as a well drilled unit. Participate in a skirmish drill. For more information: 703-243-4342. $5 fee due upon registration. Registration required, register online or call 703-228-4747. Program #644355F Location: Meet at Fort C.F. Smith Park, 2411 N. 24th Street, Arlington, VA 22207 ARLINGTON COUNTY FAIR Wed. Aug. 19 - Sun. Aug. 23, 2009 Arlington's biggest summer event! Stop by the Arlington Historical Society booth to introduce friends & family to local history. For more information, visit www.arlingtoncountyfair.org Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Center, 3501 South Second St., Arlington, VA 22204 CENTRAL ARLINGTON HISTORY TOUR Sat. Aug. 29, 2009 9:00 a.m. An easy walk of 10-12 miles touring various historic points in central Arlington, including colonial, Civil War, trolley, and W&OD Railroad sites, sponsored by Center Hiking Club. Cost: $2 non-members. Contact Bernie Berne, (703) 243-0179 or bhberne@yahoo.com Location: Meet at Clarendon Metro