2019 Speaker Series: Saving Monticello

SAVING MONTICELLO: The Levy Family's Epic Quest to Rescue the House That Jefferson Built Marc Leepson - Historian, Author, Journalist Leepson’s book has been hailed as “a work of historical importance, a valuable addition to Jeffersoniana and Jewish-American history, and a cautionary tale of historic preservation” by the Richmond Times Dispatch. With a dramatic narrative…

Memorial Day: Site Closed

Our site will be closed on  Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.

Gala: Grease Is The Word

Ready for a rumble?  A fun evening awaits as you step back into the 1950’s for "Grease Is The Word" where Sotterley’s guests will enjoy tantalizing cuisine, amazing auction items, sounds and rhythms of the juke box at Sotterley’s Barn. Prizes will be awarded for best costume, so dig out your poodle skirts and skinny ties…

Juneteenth Celebration at Lancaster Park

Join in the community celebration of African American History and Culture, with food, fun, music and speakers, sponsored by the St. Mary's County Unified Committee for African American History and Culture. As part of Sotterley's "Building Bridges to Common Ground" initiative, Sotterley will feature living history performances at the event, portraying people from Sotterley's 1812…

Father’s Day at Sotterley

Tour the Mansion, Grounds and Exhibits.  Wander through the Gardens.  Relax and unwind. Dads enjoy a 50% ticket discount on this special day.

Junior Docent Academy

Are you looking for something fun to do this summer that involves history and interacting with others? We have the perfect opportunity for you!  Our two day Junior Docent Academy will enhance your communication skills while you share our rich history and exquisite site with visitors.  Upon successful completion, you will become a Junior Docent…

Junior Docent Academy

Are you looking for something fun to do this summer that involves history and interacting with others? We have the perfect opportunity for you!  Our two day Junior Docent Academy will enhance your communication skills while you share our rich history and exquisite site with visitors.  Upon successful completion, you will become a Junior Docent…

2019 Speaker Series: The Common Cause

THE COMMON CAUSE: Creating Race and Nation in the American Revolution Robert Parkinson - Historian, Author, Associate Professor Parkinson’s book reflects on how the patriots generated and managed colonial outrage toward the British inorder to mobilize support for war by appealing to colonial racial prejudices. Using rhetoric like "domestic insur-rectionists" and "merciless savages," the founding…