September 11 – 13, 2026 – With more than 320 years of history under its belt, Sotterley has been witness to a wide breadth of American military history and was home to several members of the military, including Herbert Satterlee, who served as Assistant Secretary of the Navy. This weekend, Historic Sotterley’s guided tours will have additional notes on Sotterley’s history with the military and offer a chance to see Herbert Satterlee’s actual uniform on display.
Historic Sotterley’s guided tours allow visitors an intimate perspective of the lives and cultures of those that owned, lived, and worked in the historic Manor House, enslaved or free, over three centuries of American history. Tours this weekend will have an extra focus on Sotterley’s military history from the American Revolution through the Spanish-American War.

The tour is on the ground floor and is approximately 45 minutes in length. The 18th Century Manor House doorways may not accommodate all wheelchairs or walkers in some rooms of the house. Please call in advance for full access details.

After the tour, Sotterley offers a Visitor Experience Center with a museum shop, beautiful trails, expansive gardens, access to a quiet creek, and additional exhibits to explore and learn from. Historic Sotterley is a “Leave No Trace” site, so please be prepared to pack out any trash and leftover food when you leave.