Aurora Highlands

A great place to live in Arlington, Virginia

 
 
 
 
The National Register of Historic Places Registration Form is a rich source of information about the history and development of Aurora Hills.

Zula Dietrich was brought up in South Arlington near Crystal City. As we work to get the history of our neighborhood on line, you may enjoy "Zula Remembers," her reminiscences of the people, the places, and the things they did from the 1920s through the 1960s. It is full of tales about South Arlington during those years.


A 1995 article from the Washington Post describes living in Aurora Highlands and being a part of the community.


A 2007 article from the Washington Post says we are a front-porch community among the high-rises.


A background paper describes the history of Arlington's parking permit program, including the 1977 Supreme Court Ruling.


The Arlington Historical Society web site provides links to resources about the places and events in the history of Arlington county.