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Arlington Historic House and Gardens is located on six  landscaped acres near downtown Birmingham, Alabama. The two-story 1840s frame structure features Greek Revival architecture.

 

The house serves as a decorative arts museum, featuring a collection of 19th century furniture, textiles, silver and paintings. The garden features a restored garden room that is used for special events. The house was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 2, 1970.

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CLICK HERE TO PLAY

"Welcome to Arlington",

a 50 second video created with a grant from Alabama's Bicentennial Commission.

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​Tours at Arlington Historic House

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Tuesday through Saturday - 10:00am to 3:00pm
Last tour ticket sold at 2:30pm
Closed Sunday, Monday, and all City Holidays

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$5 per adult / $3 per student 6 to 18 years
Group rates available for 10 or more people
Rates subject to change

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CLICK HERE FOR BROCHURE

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CLOSED DATES IN 2025

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Normal hours of operation are Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $5 per adult and $3 per student 6 to 18 years. Group rates are available for 10 or more people.
 

Upcoming City of Birmingham official holidays in 2025 when we will be closed: â€‹

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  • GOOD FRIDAY -   APRIL 18

  • MEMORIAL DAY -  MAY 26

  • JUNETEENTH -  Thursday, JUNE 19 ​

 

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ANNOUNCEMENTS AND EVENTS

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​EVENTS

 

Arlington Events

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​Christmas at Arlington

Saturday,  Dec. 6, 2025 - 10 to 2

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Arlington Fish Fry Fridays!

    Join us for Fish Fry Friday and enjoy a classic Southern

lunch at Arlington House!

    We’re serving up golden, cornmeal-crusted fried catfish, paired with creamy mac and cheese and crisp coleslaw — all made from scratch, right here in-house. Meals are just $10 per person.

    Lunch is available from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with both

dine-in and takeout options available.

    Reservations are encouraged. To reserve your spot or place an order, call 205-780-5656.

    Come enjoy delicious food in a beautiful historic setting —

we look forward to seeing you there!

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Upcoming Dates:

    2025:   Sat., Aug. 29, 2025 - Bonus Day! / Fri., Sep. 5, 2025 / Fri., Sep. 26, 2025 /  Fri., Nov. 7, 2025

    2026:  Fri., Jun. 5, 2026 / Fri., Jun. 26, 2026 / Fri., Jul. 10, 2026

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    Each event runs from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM — dine in or take

it to go!  $10 per plate | Reserve your spot at 205-780-5656​

    Come for the catfish, stay for the experience!

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Soul Food Saturdays

    Choose a meat and two - Grilled Chicken or Blackened Catfish, plus two sides.  The price is $10 per plate.

  Lunch is available from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, with both

dine-in and takeout options available.

    Reservations are encouraged. To reserve your spot or place an order, call 205-780-5656.

    Come enjoy delicious food in a beautiful historic setting —

we look forward to seeing you there!

    2025:   Sat., Sep. 27, 2025 / Sat., Oct. 25, 2025

    2026:   Sat., Jun. 27, 2026 / St., Jul. 11, 2026

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Other Events

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​A Taste of West End

Sunday, Aug. 17, 2025 - 5 to 8 PM - FREE & Open to the Public

Click for PDF of Poster.

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The Southern Ghost Girls Events

​https://southernghostgirls.com/

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Harmony & Heritage Events

     The Harmony & Heritage Programming Series is a special collaboration between Arlington Historic House and Sandpiper Advisory Group, designed to foster community, healing, wellness, and education.  Click here for more information.

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