Thursday, August 6 & Friday, August 7, 2026 - “Legends & Lore: In a Time of Revolution” is set in October, 1776. It is a desperate time for the recently declared independent nation, when families were split and the success of the revolution was far from certain. General Washington is staging a hurried retreat from New…

August 7 - 9, 2026 - For centuries, humans have relied on the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries for transportation and trade. From providing high-traffic trade routes to providing an avenue for the pursuit of freedom, these iconic waterways defined an entire region. This weekend, Historic Sotterley is offering its guided tours with additional notes…

Thursday, August 6 & Friday, August 7, 2026 - “Legends & Lore: In a Time of Revolution” is set in October, 1776. It is a desperate time for the recently declared independent nation, when families were split and the success of the revolution was far from certain. General Washington is staging a hurried retreat from New…

August 8, 2026 - Second Saturday Family Nights at Historic Sotterley brings the perfect blend of summer fun, local flavor, and down‑home charm. Enjoy delicious eats from Bailey’s Food Truck, buy fresh local finds at the farmer's market, and let the kids dive into farm games and wagon rides around Sotterley’s beautiful grounds. Starting at…

August 21 - 23, 2026 - This weekend, Historic Sotterley will be hosting our annual Day of Unity and Healing, which is a descendant-led event focused on shared history and understanding. In honor of this event, Historic Sotterley will be offering its guided tours with an additional focus on the history of slavery and examples…

August 21, 2026 - Sotterley will launch a Descendant Empowerment Day as part of our annual Day of Unity and Healing. This event provides an opportunity to collaborate with descendants and regional leaders in a welcoming environment where every voice matters. We invite descendants, educators, museum professionals, students, historians, faith leaders, preservationists, and community members to join…

August 22, 2026 - In 2026, the Day of Unity and Healing invites our community to gather Through Descendant Eyes — to see clearly the histories we have inherited, the truths we must courageously face, and the future we are called to shape together. This year’s theme centers descendants — those who carry memory in…

September 9, 2026 - An electrifying global history of a not-so local war. When we think of the American Revolution, we often picture a parochial drama: thirteen colonies squaring off against the British Crown in a spirited bid for independence. But this version of the story is only half the truth—and perhaps not even the…

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…

September 12, 2026 - Second Saturday Family Nights at Historic Sotterley brings the perfect blend of summer fun, local flavor, and down‑home charm. Enjoy delicious eats from Bailey’s Food Truck, buy fresh local finds at the farmer's market, and let the kids dive into farm games and wagon rides around Sotterley’s beautiful grounds. Starting at…

September 19, 2026 - You're invited to celebrate under Sotterley's painted skies. Enjoy sweeping sunset views, magical entertainment, unique items & exciting experiences at auction, and an unforgettable dinner in the beautiful Barns of Sotterley event space, all in support of preserving a treasured National Historic Landmark. Arrive early in your best garden party chic…

September 25 - 27, 2026 - September is Underground Railroad Month, and although Sotterley has yet to discover any direct connections to the Underground Railroad, we do have stories of the pursuit of freedom and the self-emancipation of enslaved individuals. This weekend, Historic Sotterley will be offering its guided tours with an extra focus on…