Sotterley

Riverside WineFest
2019-10-05 12:00 - 18:00, 2019-10-06 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | MD
MARK YOUR CALENDAR for the best party of the Fall: the 17th Annual Riverside WineFest at Sotterley! Let’s celebrate the best Maryland wines (and coolest Beer Cave around) while enjoying the breathtaking setting of this National Historic Landmark on Saturday and Sunday, October 5th and 6th, 2019.
This event is all good things rolled into one weekend ~ the wineries will be sharing their best vino, craft beer will be on tap in the Beer Cave, talented musicians are creating a groovin’ vibe, artists are showing and selling their amazing creations, food vendors are whipping up some goodness for the foodies, and our fantastic 1703 Manor House Mini Tours and the Colonial Revival Garden Tours are FREE.

TICKETS

2019 Speaker Series: Sinking Lands and Rising Seas
2019-10-09 19:00 - 20:30 | MD
SINKING LANDS AND RISING SEAS: Climate Change, Evolution of Chesapeake Bay & Effects on Cultural Resources Ralph Eshelman – Paleontologist, Historian
This illustrated talk covers the often misunderstood concepts of Relative Sea Level Rise, Climate Change over time, and the consequences. Eshelman has a unique understanding of Climate Change as a paleontologist and historian who has visited the Arctic and Antarctica over fifty times during his career.

Free to the public. Online registration available soon, call to register today 301-373-2280.

See full listing of Speaker Series events here.

Ghosts of Sotterley Tour
2019-10-18 19:00 - 22:00, 2019-10-19 19:00 - 22:00, 2019-10-24 19:00 - 22:00, 2019-10-25 19:00 - 22:00, 2019-10-26 19:00 - 22:00 | MD
Th’ Pirates’ Revenge! Come all ye who dare t’ venture Sotterley’s haunted grounds where those accused o’piracy seek revenge fer thar unjust punishments, as ye be deemed Pirate or Patriot accordin’ t’ yer cause.
Enjoy the campfire before or after your tour. Refreshments available for purchase.
Advance Tour Ticket Purchase Required. Online purchasing coming soon.

2019 Speaker Series: Floral Diplomacy
2019-10-30 19:00 - 20:30 | MD
FLORAL DIPLOMACY: At the White House
Laura Dowling – Author, Floral Designer
As the one time Chief Floral Designer at the White House, Dowling managed décor and flowers for thousands of events while using flowers as a strategic tool for communicating diplomatic, symbolic and policy messages. She will share her inspiration, techniques, and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the official and private White House.

Free to the public. Online registration available soon, call to register today 301-373-2280.

See full listing of Speaker Series events here.

2019 Speaker Series: The Ghosts of Eden Park
2019-11-13 19:00 - 20:30 | MD
THE GHOSTS OF EDEN PARK
Karen Abbott – Author, Historian
Abbott masterfully weaves together the epic true crime story of the infamous bootlegger George Remus—who owned 35% of all the liquor in the United States in 1921, the excesses and absurdities of the Jazz Age, the infinite human capacity to deceive, and the murder that shocked the nation.

Free to the public. Online registration available soon, call to register today 301-373-2280.

See full listing of Speaker Series events here.

Winter Wonderland Workshops
2019-12-07 09:00 - 15:00 | MD
Learn to make a wreath, swag, or centerpiece from Sotterley’s talented Garden Guild volunteers. Pre registration required. Online registration coming soon.

Office Closed
2019-12-24 08:00 - 17:00, 2019-12-25 08:00 - 17:00, 2019-12-26 08:00 - 17:00, 2019-12-27 08:00 - 17:00, 2019-12-30 08:00 - 17:00, 2019-12-31 08:00 - 17:00, 2020-01-01 08:00 - 17:00 | MD
Our office will be closed so that staff may enjoy the holidays with family and friends. Hope you enjoy your holidays!

St. Mary’s County History Day
2020-03-07 12:00 - 14:00 | Historic Sotterley, 44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD, 20636, United States
Theme: Breaking Barriers

The public is invited to view student projects incorporating the theme, “Breaking Barriers” from 12-2 PM. Event to be held in the Historic Barn.
The winners will be eligible to enter the Maryland History Day contest, with hopes of proceeding to the National History Day contest level.
Sponsored by:
Maryland Humanities
Maryland History Day
National History Day
Old Line Bank
Maryland State Department of Education
Historic Sotterley
Maryland History Day will be held at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County on May 2, 2020.
National History Day will be held June 14-18, 2020 at the University of Maryland, College Park.
For more information, please contact:
Jeanne Pirtle education@sotterley.org 301-373-2280

Mother’s Day “Drive Thru” Farmer’s Market!
2020-05-10 10:00 - 14:00 | MD
Give mom what she really wants this Mother’s Day: a trip out of the house
to buy some wonderful fresh, local items that you can use to make her
favorite dishes! Historic Sotterley is proud to once again host a Farmer’s
Market at St. Mary’s County Regional Airport, but this time we are changing
it from an indoor Fly-In Market to a stay-in-your-car Drive-Thru Market!
Purchases will be made from the safety of your car!
You will have the opportunity to support some of our wonderful small businesses while also
taking home some fabulous and fresh offerings from local farmers and
producers. At the Farmer’s Market you will find such items as:
Oysters Beef
Cut Flowers Honey
Beer Kettle Korn
Eggs Hydroponic greens
Bourbon Chocolates
Baked Goods Farm Soaps
Pickles & Relishes Oils & Vinegars
We will also have food trucks from Chief’s & Blue Wind participating, so on
your way home you can pick up some delectable take-out so no one has to
cook!
We know that some of you will be hoping to find particular items from your
favorite vendors. To ensure you come away with exactly what you want, you
will have the opportunity to contact vendors in advance to place a pre-order.
Once we have the full listing, vendor information will be available on
Sotterley’s website at www.sotterley.org.
It will be a great day to see all the new happenings at the airport (through
your car window) while getting some great items for mom…or even just for
yourself! For updates, check Historic Sotterley’s website or Facebook page.
We hope to see you at the Market!
Please note, restrooms are for vendors only. We ask that you please remain in your vehicles.

Mother's Day at Sotterley!
2020-05-10 12:00 - 16:00 | Historic Sotterley, 44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD, 20636, United States
A Memorable Mother’s Day!Sunday, May 10th
Half-price tours for Mom! Stroll our gorgeous Colonial Revival Garden, browse and buy specialty items at our Museum Shop, plan a leisurely picnic overlooking the river, and enjoy a HALF-PRICE TOUR of our 1703 Manor House!
MOTHER’S DAY TOUR SCHEDULE:noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm
Advance purchase is not available. Proceed to the Visitor Center for purchase upon arrival.
FAQs
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
You may call the office at 301-373-2280 or email officemanager@sotterley.org

Speaker Series – Dr. Alan Shaw Taylor (Virtual)
2020-05-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Historic Sotterley, 44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD, 20636, United States
Dr. Alan Shaw Taylor
Thomas Jefferson’s Education
Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at 7:00 pm

Register now

Please Register at:
https://event.webinarjam.com/channel/ThomasJeffersonsEd

Dr. Alan Taylor, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, holds the Thomas Jefferson Foundation Chair. A two-time Pulitzer Prize winner in American History, Taylor will speak to his newest publication, Thomas Jefferson’s Education: A social and political history of education in Virginia with an emphasis on Jefferson’s experiences as a student, and his role in creating republican post-war alternative, the University of Virginia. The book highlights the revolution’s separation of church and state in fundamentally altering political culture and educational expectations in Virginia.

The Boeing Company has generously sponsored the Speaker Series at Sotterley for the past 13 years.

Free to the public – Advance registration required, due to limited seating. Please make reservations online or call 301-373-2280.
Rain or shine event. Please proceed to the Barn for check-in and lecture.

Flag Day "Drive-Thru" Market at St. Mary's County Airport... Jets to Fly!
2020-06-14 10:00 - 13:00 | St Mary’s County Regional-2W6, 44200 Airport Road, California, MD, 20619, United States
Maryland’s “Most Innovative” Farmer’s Market

Historic Sotterley’s Flag Day “Drive-Thru” Market at St. Mary’s County Airport… Jets to Fly!
Sunday, June 14th
10 am to 1 pm
This creative and inventive airport district will host Maryland’s “Most Innovative” drive-thru Farmer’s Market on Sunday June 14th from 10 am to 1 pm. Shoppers will stay in their cars and cruise a course of over 1.1 miles with over 18 vendors to comply with current Maryland COVID-19 and restrictions and reduce traffic delays.
There will be some special visual and aural displays for those driving at the airport. American flags will adorn the entrance and the vendors will adorn their displays with the Red, White & Blue. Visitors are also encouraged to wear and display flags on their cars. Additionally, all traffic will cease for a few minutes at noon for the playing of the Star-Spangled Banner. With good weather, a jet and other aircraft will also make a flyby.
The event is hosted by Historic Sotterley, Inc., a National Historic Landmark whose mission is to connect us to our history, to the land, to our common values, and to one another. “We love that we can be such an important part of connecting our region’s past to its present and even to its future with events like this” stated Sotterley’s Executive Director, Nancy Easterling.
We know that some of you will be hoping to find particular items from your favorite vendors. To ensure you come away with exactly what you want, you will have the opportunity to contact vendors in advance to place a pre-order. Once we have the full listing, vendor information will be available on Sotterley’s website at www.sotterley.org.
For updates, check Historic Sotterley’s website or Facebook page.
We hope to see you at the Market!

Bourbon Tasting Featuring Tobacco Barn Distillery - A VIRTUAL EVENT
2020-06-18 19:00 - 20:30 | MD
Just in time for Father’s Day: A unique gift for Dad!

Bourbon Tasting Featuring Tobacco Barn Distillery
A VIRTUAL EVENT
Date: Thursday, June 18
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Event Cost: $45 for the virtual event

Join us for a VIRTUAL Bourbon tasting featuring Dan Dawson and Scott Sanders, the Founding Partners of Tobacco Barn Distillery located in Hollywood, Maryland in St. Mary’s County. Dan and Scott are honored to share their extensive knowledge, personal stories and background in Bourbon making, tasting, and history.
You’ll taste the goodness of St. Mary’s County grown corn in this fun, fascinating, and informative tasting. Be prepared to learn, laugh AND taste! The ticket price covers the virtual event, the cost of the bourbon is not included as a part of the ticket. Purchase half or full bottle tasting bourbon or follow along with your own.
The Bourbon for this event priced as follows: Full size, 7.5 L at $54/bottle or Half size, 375 ml, at $34/bottle. Arrangements to purchase and pick-up the Bourbon can be made in the following ways:
Tuesday, June 16, 3 – 6 p.m., at Historic Sotterley, 4430 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, Maryland (please proceed towards the Visitor Center parking lot)
Special Details: Instructions on how to join this Virtual Event will be emailed to all registrants the week of June 15. You must have a laptop or desktop computer and internet to join this virtual event.
Important Information: This is a non-refundable fundraiser to support Historic Sotterley. The ticket price covers the virtual event, the cost of the bourbon is not included as a part of the ticket.

St. Mary’s County Airport Farmer’s Market
2020-07-12 09:00 - 13:00 | MD
St. Mary’s County Regional Airport (also known as Captain Walter Francis Duke Regional
Airport) will again be the site of one of Maryland’s most “inspired” Farmer’s Markets by
bringing fresh & local food to a public space where they can see airplanes and future aviators
take to the skies! Historic Sotterley is proud to once again host this market in partnership
with the SMC Airport!
The market will be held in the parking lot in front of the Airport Terminal building located at
44200 Airport Road, California, Maryland. Located in St. Mary’s County, the airport is about
four miles northeast of the central business district of Leonardtown.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all shoppers are requested to wear masks and keep a social
distance from others while in the market area. The vendor booths will be spread out and
there is plenty of parking next to and adjacent to the airport terminal building. The market
will be held on Sunday July 12th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
This Famer’s Market embraces and showcases the rural characteristics of Southern Maryland
while highlighting the role that our region has played in developing our nation’s air and
space technologies. One of the most unique characteristics is that people can fly their plane
into the airport from other parts of the region to buy goods and then fly home. “Nowhere else
can you fly your own plane in, buy local oysters, vegetables and wine and then fly home”
Allison Swint, St. Mary’s County Airport Manager, stated.
The markets will feature soft shell crabs, pork from free-range heritage pigs, local farmed
oysters, vegetables and fruits, local honey, eggs, baked goods, shrimp, Kettle Corn, local
winery and distillery offerings as well as two food trucks and a shaved ice stand. Something
for everyone.
Vendor List

Bugapalooza - Virtual - BUG Fun for the Whole Family
2020-08-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2020-08-12 12:00 - 13:00, 2020-08-13 12:00 - 13:00, 2020-08-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Historic Sotterley, 44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD, 20636, United States
BugaPooloza – BUG Fun for the Whole Family
– a fun and educational activity for children, teens, and adults of all ages
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Transcending Generations Through Storytelling - A Virtual Event
2020-08-21 13:00 - 14:30 | Historic Sotterley, 44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD, 20636, United States
Everyone Welcomed – Please Join Us!

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CLICK HERE to register for Wanda Etheridge webinar!
Friday, August 21, 2020
Transcending Generations through Storytelling
Story telling has always been a way to transcend generations to learn, heal, and share. Author Wanda Etheridge will share her life and journey of becoming a writer, encouraged by a desire to connect with her granddaughter. Ms. Etheridge’s works for the Department of Defense and with a career spanning over 20 years, three continents and two branches of service, she may be the most unlikely author of the children’s book, The Funny List. Join us as she shares the rich story of her life, her love of writing, and love of family that led to her new book. The Funny List is a delightful story written in the form of a limerick. A holiday story that introduces Mae, a highly energetic toddler, who creates the “funny list” loophole so all rambunctious imps can avoid the lump of coal set aside for those otherwise on Santa’s naughty list.
On August 21st & 22nd, 2020, Historic Sotterley will hold a two-day program continuing the 2019 theme and intuitive of Building Bridges to Common Ground: Resilience, Remembrance, Honor and Equity. CLICK HERE to support Sotterley’s efforts and programming that encourage Common Ground Initiative.

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How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
You may call the office at 301-373-2280 or email officemanager@sotterley.org
