Historic Sotterley

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 York, fighting more to keep the army from disintegrating than to bring the rampaging British to battle. In Southern

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 on the way the Chesapeake played a crucial role in shaping history. Tours will be offered on Friday & Saturday at 10:30 am

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 York, fighting more to keep the army from disintegrating than to bring the rampaging British to battle. In Southern

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 6:00, kick back to the lively mix of country, western swing, California surf, and southern soul music from the Honky Tonk Cassanovas. Join us fo

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 ]of strength, resilience, and perseverance at Sotterley. Tours will be offered on Friday & Saturday at 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 2:00 pm and on Sunda

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 us on Friday, August 21st, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM for an inspiring day of learning

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 their bodies, stories in their bloodlines, and responsibility in the present moment. Through descendant eyes, we honor the courage it takes to remember honestly, the comm

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 most interesting half. In this riveting program, historian and author Richard Bell invites audiences to rediscover the Revolution as a world war that unleashed c

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 Sott

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 6:00, get dancing to a blend of rock, country, and bluegrass favorites from Southern Maryland locals The Mudcats. Join us for an easygoing,

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 the stories of strength and resilience that resulted in individuals finding their freedom. Tours will be offered on Friday & S