Arlington's Cultural Venues I (Self Guided), Arlington

The Arlington Church of Christ has been serving the city's Christian community for over six decades. In addition to regular worship services, it also sponsors youth programs and a number of special events throughout the year. More than a place of worship, this church has been actively involved in Arlington's social life since its establishment.

The Arlington Cinema 'N' Drafthouse, established in 1985, was voted the Best Movie Theater in the Washington D.C. area and the Best Thing to Do on Friday. Featuring the restaurant and lounge, the Old Arlington Grill, it is the best place in Arlington to catch a movie and a meal and enjoy a great night out.

The United States Air Force Memorial honors the service of the personnel of the United States Air Force and its predecessors. The Memorial is located in Arlington on the grounds of Fort Myer near The Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery. It was the last project of American architect James Ingo Freed.

In January 1992, the Air Force Memorial Foundation was incorporated to pursue the development of a memorial that would honor the people in the United States Air Force. The memorial was dedicated on 14 October 2006, with approximately 30,000 persons attending. The keynote address was delivered by President Bush, a former F-102 Delta Dagger pilot in the National Guard. The first official ceremony at the memorial was held the next day.

The three memorial spires range from 201 feet to 270 feet high and appear to be soaring; its array of stainless steel arcs against the sky evoke the image of "contrails of the Air Force Thunderbirds as they peel back in a precision 'bomb burst' maneuver." The two inscription walls are located at each end of the central lawn. The walls are 56 feet in length, 10 feet in height and one foot thick. Both walls are made of polished Jet Mist granite and include a two and a half inch outer inscription panel made from Absolute Black granite. In addition to hosting over 200,000 visitors throughout the year, the Air Force Memorial is the scene for more than 200 ceremonies, special events, wreath laying, tours, weddings, and United States Air Force Band Concerts throughout the year.

The Drug Enforcement Administration Museum & Visitors Center, founded in 1999, presents the history of drugs, issues of drug dependence and the current drug enforcement laws in the United States. Its first traveling exhibit, named Target America, was established nationwide in 2003. The museum continues to develop its displays with educational programs, art exhibitions and interactive installations, highlighting the importance of federal law enforcement of illicit substances in the United States, as well as drug awareness.

Administered by the Historical Society, the Arlington Historical Museum was built in 1891 as the Hume School, in honor of Frank Hume. The oldest school building in Arlington County, this red brick structure was designed in the Queen Anne style and is a registered historic landmark. Its collection consists of over 4,000 objects, including maps, books and information concerning Arlington's past.