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2020 New Deal Festival Cancelled
We have sad but necessary news to share with you all. After much thought, we have decided to cancel our 2020 New Deal Festival in order to keep our community…
Read MoreFather’s Day Carry Out Spaghetti Lunch
Mama Mia! Arthurdale Heritage will be offering a Take-Out only spaghetti lunch on Sunday, June 21st. Treat your dad to a delicious spaghetti dinner featuring the legendary Belmaggio’s secret family…
Read MoreConstruction Begins at Arthurdale
Urgently needed repairs were finally able to begin thanks to YOUR generous support! YOU helped us raise $25,000 to make this project a reality. Total project cost is almost $50,000!…
Read MoreClosed for Memorial Day Weekend
In honor of Memorial Day, Arthurdale Heritage will be closed this Friday May 22 through Monday May 25. Thank you to all in our families, our communities, and our country…
Read More“Virtual” Goat Gallop 2020
Hello gallopers! Due to the COVID-19 crisis, we have decided not to hold our Goat Gallop 5k in the traditional manner. This year, you’ll be able to walk/run the course in Arthurdale…
Read MoreAHI Will be Participating in #GivingTuesdayNow
You may already be familiar with the #GivingTuesday usually held the week after Thanksgiving, which calls for global giving. This is an adjunct event to that, promoted by the same…
Read MoreEdna Reber Day Passes Away
It is with profound sadness we share with you the passing of homestead descendant Edna Reber Day. Edna will always be remembered for her ever-present smile and devotion to her…
Read MoreArtifact Spotlight – WWII Army-Navy Production “E” Award Booklet
We at AHI like to highlight some of the artifacts that are on display in the museum that don’t often get discussed in depth on our guided tours. These two…
Read MoreInside the Museum: New Videos!
In Monday’s video, join our AmeriCorps Marissa as she explores the different styles of homestead houses in Arthurdale. Learn about the struggles the builders faced initially and what makes each…
Read MoreThis week’s videos: The Arthurs, Becoming a Homesteader, and Fairfax Facts Friday
Ever wonder how “Arthurdale” got its name? Watch this video to learn more about the history of the Arthur Family and how their land would become the site of the…
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