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9 Dec 2024

Old Town Fairfax Walking Tour 2024 Season Wrap Up

Another season for HFCI’s Old Town Walking Tour is done, the second since the Covid-19 hiatus. By all measures it was a success, with more tourists, more guides, and more […]

24 Nov 2024

White House Ornament for Sale

As part of its fundraising efforts, HFCI sells the official White House Christmas ornament every year. This year’s ornament honors President Jimmy Carter. The ornament’s anchor shape, an iconic symbol […]

22 Aug 2024

Featured Board Member: Mitch Sutterfield

Where were you born? Oakland, CA Where did you grow up? Fairfax, VA Education B.A., M.A. English, College of William & Mary Ph.D., The George Washington University Career Highlights Spent […]

3 Jul 2024

History of the Fairfax City Independence Day Parade

By Grace Brooks, HFCI volunteer On July 1, 1967, The Northern Virginia Sun informed its readers of the start of a new local tradition, stating, “The Fairfax City Council is […]

26 Jun 2024

Recognition Brick Orders Due July 15

We are ready to submit another bulk order of HFCI recognition bricks. These handsomely engraved bricks adorn the walkway in front of the Fairfax Museum and Visitors Center. To order […]

31 May 2024

Featured Board Member: Wayne Morris

Where were you born? Front Royal, VA Where did you grow up? Northern Virginia, mainly Falls Church Education Bachelor’s degree Career Highlights Moving up in the banking business, from junior […]

13 May 2024

Historic Preservation Month in the City of Fairfax

HFCI is excited to celebrate “Historic Preservation Month” in the City of Fairfax all month long in May. Thank you to Mayor Read and the City Council for recognizing the […]

12 Apr 2024

Featured Board Member: Catherine Foster

Where were you born? Fullerton, CA Where did you grow up? Anaheim, CA Education University of California, Berkeley – M.A. and Ph.D. Near Eastern Studies, with a specialty in the […]

2 Apr 2024

Let Fairfax City Council Know You Support the FY25 Proposed Budget

Historic Fairfax City Inc. is pleased to support the City of Fairfax’s FY25 proposed budget that includes funding for additional staff in the Office of Historic Resources. This is the first […]

22 Mar 2024

Support Preservation Efforts with a Recognition Brick

Interested in helping HFCI preserve and protect Fairfax City’s rich history AND in commemorating a loved one or an important personal event? Consider buying a recognition brick to be placed […]

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