Arlington (Massachusetts) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States
About Arlington (Massachusetts)
The town was settled by European colonists in 1635 as a village within the boundaries of Cambridge, Massachusetts, named Menotomy, an Algonquian word meaning "swift running water". A somewhat larger area, including surrounding land, was incorporated on February 27, 1807 as West Cambridge. In 1867, the name "Arlington" was chosen in honor of those buried in Arlington National Cemetery; the name change took effect that April 30. Mill Brook, which historically figured largely into Arlington's economy, flows through the town. In 1637 Captain George Cooke built the first mill on the brook. Subsequently, seven mills were built along the stream, including the Old Schwamb Mill, which survives to this day. Paul Revere's famous midnight ride to alert colonists took him through Menotomy. Later on tha
Top Attractions in Arlington (Massachusetts)
Explore the best things to see and do in Arlington (Massachusetts):
- ★Arlington International Film Festival
- ★Cyrus E. Dallin Art Museum
- ★Jason Russell House
- ★Old Schwamb Mill
- ★Prince Hall Mystic Cemetery
- ★Smith Museum
- ★Spy Pond
- ★Uncle Sam Statue
Where to Eat in Arlington (Massachusetts)
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Acitrón Cocina Mexicana
- 🍴Fusion Taste
- 🍴Menotomy Grill & Tavern
- 🍴Not Your Average Joe's
- 🍴Punjab
- 🍴Retro Burger & Ice Cream
Where to Stay in Arlington (Massachusetts)
- 🏨Hawthorne Suites
Arlington (Massachusetts) Travel Guide Sections
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