Historic Ball-Sellers House
Hours: Saturday 1-4 p.m. (April through October)
5620 Third Street, South, in the Glencarlyn neighborhood of Arlington County.
The oldest house in Arlington County, the c.1750s Ball-Sellers House built by John Ball is a rare example of the dwelling of the ordinary person during the 18th century. It features a rare surviving clapboard roof, as documented by noted architectural historian Dell Upton.
We are open April through October on Saturdays from 1-4 p.m. We also welcome your school or group to tour this Arlington treasure by appointment. There is no admission fee (but a donation is always appreciated). If you are interested in a tour please e-mail us at info@arlingtonhistoricalsociety.org and put Ball-Sellers House in the subject line. You may also arrange a visit by calling the Arlington Historical Society and leaving us a message at 703-942-9247.
Read a Brief history of the Ball-Sellers House >
See the Virginia Landmarks Register nomination >
Directions:
The Ball-Sellers House in Arlington, Virginia, is a short distance from Washington, D.C.
From Washington, D.C.:
- take Route 50 West
- to Carlin Springs Road exit
- go south on Carlin Springs Road for three blocks
- turn left on South Third Street to 5620
From I-66:
- take Glebe Road South
- to Route 50 West
- to Carlin Springs Road exit
- go south on Carlin Springs Road for three blocks
- turn left on South Third Street to 5620
From I-395:
- take Washington Boulevard
- to Route 50 West
- to Carlin Springs Road exit
- go south on Carlin Springs Road for three blocks
- turn left on South Third Street to 5620
From the Capitol Beltway (I-495):
- take Route 50 East
- to Carlin Springs Road exit
- go south on Carlin Springs Road for three blocks
- turn left on Third Street S. to 5620
