• Lossing Watercolor of Arlington House

    Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial

    Virginia

Stories

In 1802, construction began on Arlington House. Since then, it has served as a family home, a military headquarters, a national cemetery, and more. On these pages are some of the stories of Arlington House, from the early years to the present day. 

Did You Know?

North slave quarters and well at Arlington House

The summer kitchen for Arlington House was in the lower level of the north slave quarters behind the house. The well was located conveniently between the house and kitchen.