AHS Event Sep2026 AHS Presidents' Panel 70 Years YouTube

On September 14, 1956, the Arlington Historical Society was formed by 88 Arlingtonians who wanted to learn more about local history.  AHS celebrates our 70th Anniversary by talking with past AHS Presidents about their experience, inspiration, and challenges. They’ll also talk about how the world of public history has changed and what that means for how we work to bring our diverse past to you. Current President, Peter Vaselopulos, will be our moderator. Past AHS presidents include: Karl VanNewkirk: president from 1991-1992, 1994-1995, and 2015-2017 Ali Ganjian: president from 2012-2013 Johnathan Thomas: president from 2017-2018 Cathy Bonneville Hix: president from 2018-2023 David Pearson: president from 2023-2025