Hume School

Hume School is a Queen Anne style school building in Arlington County featuring asymmetrical facades and decorative architectural details. Large windows and doorways open views into interior rooms where collections are now displayed to visitors.

The building was constructed in 1891 by architect B. Stanley Simmons and served as a public school until 1958. It was then transformed to preserve and display materials about Arlington County's past.

The Queen Anne architecture with its curved lines and ornamental details tells visitors something about design preferences of that era. Walking through the rooms shows how schools were organized and used during the period when it operated as an educational institution.

The building is open for visits and offers guided tours for groups interested in learning about local heritage. It is helpful to arrange in advance to confirm availability for your preferred time.

The museum holds more than 4000 objects that document how Arlington County changed through different periods. Many of these items come from classrooms and school spaces of earlier generations.

Location: Arlington County

Architects: B. Stanley Simmons

Architectural style: Queen Anne style architecture

GPS coordinates: 38.85860,-77.06810

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:25