The Reston Museum was founded in 1996 as a community nonprofit organization that preserves the past, informs the present, and influences the future of Reston through its exhibits, public programs and events, including Founder’s Day, the Reston Home Tour, and Lake Anne Cardboard Boat Regatta. Reston Museum is located at Lake Anne Plaza, is free to visit, and offers exhibits and a gift shop.

Discover how Reston’s founding principles challenged the status quo of the 1960s. As one of the first integrated communities in the United States, Reston was at the vanguard of desegregation in housing. This event, held during Black History Month, features long-time residents and community leaders Ken Plum and Bev Cosham. They will share personal stories and reflections on Reston’s role in advancing civil rights and creating a more inclusive community. Celebrate the vision and impact of Reston’s commitment to diversity from its inception to the present day.