What's in a Name: Who Gets Remembered in Arlington

Recommended Local History Resources

Historical Arlington Newspapers (1871-2005)

• Covering Arlington's newspapers from 1871-2005. View this video for more information on how to search and use the database.

Arlington Advocate (2005-2022)

• Arlington's newspaper of record from 2005-2022. You will need an Arlington card or username to use this database outside of Robbins or Fox Library. 

Arlington Historical Society Online Archive

• Digital archive from the Arlington Historical Society with photos, documents, artifacts, and more. 

Massachusetts Cultural Resource Information System (MACRIS)

• Database of historic properties and areas in the Commonwealth from the Massachusetts Historical Commission. 

Robbins Library Local History Room

• Local history resources and information about using the Local History Room at Robbins Library. 

Arlington Historical Postcard Collection, c. 1907 – 1981

• Postcards featuring images of places, houses, views, buildings, businesses, and monuments ranging from 1907 to 1981. 

Arlington History (History & Facts)

• Brief overview of town history from the Town of Arlington. 

Boston Globe (1980 to Present) 

• Full text of The Boston Globe from 1980 to the present. 

Boston Globe (1872 to 1989) (from BPL*)

• Searchable reproductions of the historic Boston Globe from the first issue. You will need a Boston Public Library e-card to access this resource.