Langston Boulevard Alliance

Langston Boulevard Alliance Creating a joint community vision for a more economically vibrant, walkable, attractive Langston Boulevard.

On February 23, 2013, local Civic Association Presidents and members met at the Langston Brown Community Center to discuss the need for a County plan for the 4.6 mile stretch of Langston Boulevard (the Lee Highway) from Rosslyn to East Falls Church. This group became a grassroots coalition known as the "Lee Highway Presidents Breakfast" (LHPB) that advocated for a comprehensive land use and urban

design plan for Langston Boulevard. Their 4-part strategy was simple and effective:

- Organize monthly meetings and develop a strategic partnership with
County Planning staff
- Educate the public on relevant planning topics through forums and
walking tours
- Identify activity nodes and a vision for Langston Boulevard as a "Main
Street"
- Establish a formal task force to work with the County on updating the
General Land Use Plan (GLUP)


By 2015, the LHPB had grown to include all 18 civic associations along Langston Boulevard. The coalition was renamed the Lee Highway Alliance (LHA) - later becoming Langston Boulevard Alliance (LBA) - and a Community Advisory Committee (CAC) was formed to establish Guiding Principles for the new organization. On June 29, 2016, LBA was incorporated as a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization. LBA's original incorporating board members were Alexandra Bocian, Ginger Brown, Sandi Chesrown, Deirdre Dessingue, and Karen Kumm Morris.

In the coming weeks, Arlington County contractors will begin construction on a Traffic Signal Upgrade project at the int...
07/22/2026

In the coming weeks, Arlington County contractors will begin construction on a Traffic Signal Upgrade project at the intersection of Langston Boulevard and Old Dominion Drive (near 4700 Old Dominion Drive). The project, part of the County’s Capital Improvement Plan, will fully replace aging vehicle traffic and pedestrian signal equipment at the intersection, as well as upgrade pedestrian infrastructure (existing curb ramps and portions of sidewalk) to accommodate the new signal equipment. This project follows similar traffic signal improvements and upgrades along Langston Boulevard in recent years.

Some site preparation work has been underway since early July. Construction is tentatively scheduled to begin on July 29 and last approximately 3 months, weather permitting.

Attached is a project letter with more details and a graphic showing the approximate work limits of the project. This letter will also be mailed to residents and businesses located near the project area. We would appreciate if you could share with key contacts in the Langston Boulevard Alliance for their awareness.

Please reach out to me or Project Manager Justin McCarthy ([email protected]) with any questions about this project.

Cowboy Café has been serving up cold drinks and local flavor on Langston Blvd since 1991, but the building’s been a neig...
07/22/2026

Cowboy Café has been serving up cold drinks and local flavor on Langston Blvd since 1991, but the building’s been a neighborhood staple since the 1940s. We sat down with owner Jim Barnes to learn more.

What started as a biker bar turned beloved dive was taken over in 2011 by a group of Arlington locals who gave it new life while keeping its soul intact. When the current owners took over in 2011, they made it their mission to preserve the cafe's character while thoughtfully updating the space. They expanded the interior, created a family-friendly outdoor space and worked with the Langston Boulevard Alliance to bring vibrant public art to the property. The colorful exterior mural by local artist MasPaz celebrates community and reflects the neighborhood's resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, while an interior mural honors the cafe's history, longtime employees, regulars, and previous owners.

Cowboy Cafe is a reminder that preserving local businesses means preserving the stories, memories, and people that make a community feel like home.

To learn more about the People and Places Project click the link in our bio and stay tuned!

📸 Cindy Kane
Historic Preservation Consulting: Culture + Place Preservation

06/15/2026

Historical re-enactments, concerts, festivals and more.

Celebrate freedom, resilience and African American culture this Juneteenth with activities in and around Arlington, VA.

Link in comments below. 👇



Arlington VA Public Library McLean Community Center George Washington's Mount Vernon Tinner Hill Heritage Foundation Washington Revels Langston Boulevard Alliance Arlington Cinema & Drafthouse Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association George Mason University

Get ready to eat, sip, and celebrate 🌎🎉Earth Day on Langston is bringing 13 incredible food + drink vendors together for...
04/20/2026

Get ready to eat, sip, and celebrate 🌎🎉

Earth Day on Langston is bringing 13 incredible food + drink vendors together for one delicious day—whether you’re craving something savory, sweet, or a perfect spring sip, it’s all here.🍴💚

📍Lee Heights Shops • 🗓️ 4/26/26 • 11am-5pm

LOOK artist Ursula Seckel is bringing a *brand new* community art project to  and inviting everyone in the community to ...
04/20/2026

LOOK artist Ursula Seckel is bringing a *brand new* community art project to and inviting everyone in the community to join her and leave their mark!

We’re also excited to highlight the 8 other LOOK artists featured at Earth Day. We can't wait to see you all again! 🎨💚

We’ve got four incredible live acts bringing the energy all day long—something for everyone to dance, move, and celebrat...
04/18/2026

We’ve got four incredible live acts bringing the energy all day long—something for everyone to dance, move, and celebrate to!

🎸 Rainbow Rock Band �🎺 Mariachi Estrellas�🎤 Munit Mesfin �🥁 The Longtimers

Anyone remember which one of this year’s performers also lit up the stage back in 2023?

On Sunday, April 26th, Lee Heights Shops turns into a full-on Earth Day block party! 🌎🎉 Make sure to stop in and browse ...
04/17/2026

On Sunday, April 26th, Lee Heights Shops turns into a full-on Earth Day block party! 🌎🎉 Make sure to stop in and browse the toys, clothes and fun local finds of our favorite small businesses, and then make yourself a crisp & juicy picnic with wine &cheese, pizza and all of the pastries! 💚

Kids laughing, music in the air, something sweet in your hand… 🌎💚 yeah—you'll want to be here!Who’s in? 👀📍Lee Heights Sh...
04/15/2026

Kids laughing, music in the air, something sweet in your hand… 🌎💚 yeah—you'll want to be here!

Who’s in? 👀

📍Lee Heights Shops • 🗓️ 4/26/26 • 11am-5pm

📸: Cindy Kane
graphics: redlovesgreen

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PO Box 7125
Arlington, VA
22207

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Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 3pm
Thursday 9:30am - 3pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm

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