One of Arlington's most historic sites is the Fielder House. It is still standing quite impressively, as it has a wealth of stories and history that have echoed across the years. The house has the distinction of being one of the earliest brick homes in the city that was equipped with an impressive set of amenities that included electrical lighting, central heating, a hot water system and indoor plumbing. Walking through this historic attraction is like traversing time, so take a little time to explore one of Arlington's true artifacts that has withstood the test of time.
Stuck at the office and need a little breathing room? While you may not be able to travel to the outskirts of town for an escape to nature, you can always head to the centrally located Brantley Hinshaw Park and sit on one of the benches or stroll one of the walking paths to clear your head while you take in some outdoor beauty. This park is also a great place to relax after work, too, as the family will enjoy the playgrounds, basketball court, spray pool and great scenery. Also, there is ample lighting if your family outing goes a little past sunset.
Prepare yourself for an exciting and intriguing look at the history-rich sport of bowling by planning a great visit to the International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame near Six Flags and a convenient stop on the Trolley. For bowling fans your museum trip will introduce you to a lot of intriguing back stories, trivia, and fascinating facts about one of your favorite pastimes – in fact, you’ll likely find that you enjoy the game even more after your visit. The museum houses many exhibits on both the history of bowling and its current status as the Nation's No. 1 participatory sport while paying special attention to detail into documenting the history of bowling. You and your group will find it fun seeing older equipment, reading about how bowling differs throughout the globe and visiting their charming Museum Gift Shop.