Gary Powers, Jr. – Author, Historian September 18th | 7:00 p.m. One of the most talked-about events of the Cold War was the downing of the American U-2 spy plane piloted by his father, Francis Gary Powers, over the Soviet Union on May 1, 1960. Along with author/historian Keith Dunnavant, he has written this new […]
Sotterley Hosts FREE TOURS and Admission on Museum Day
Print two tickets, pick up a friend, and enjoy FREE tours and admission as part of the Smithsonian magazine Museum Day! FREE TOURS and Admission on Museum Day Historic Sotterley will offer free tours and admission to the public on Saturday, September 21st as part of Museum Day, sponsored by the Smithsonian magazine. Museum Day […]
Historic Sotterley Hosts Site of Remembrance
UNESCO International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition August 23rd | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. As a UNESCO Slave Route Site of Remembrance, Historic Sotterley invites the public to this important day by honoring the memories of those that perished and survived the trans-Atlantic slave trade. We remember the […]
Sotterley Barn Bash & Craft Beer Tasting!
Saturday, August 24, 2019 3:00 V.I.P. Early Party! | 4:00 p.m. regular ticket holders The Historic Sotterley Barn Bash & Craft Beer Tasting has become the summertime, favorite event—and for good reason—an incredible selection of popular craft beer, live music from local favorites “The Snowblowers” and “Only 4 Tonight”, corn hole and other great games […]
Come Visit Sotterley Plantation for Butterfly Week!
August 12 – 16th, 2019 10:00 am – noon Become a Citizen Scientist and an official Historic Sotterley caterpillar and butterfly counter during Butterfly Week! Every morning during the week of August 12th-16th, come and learn about amazing and resilient caterpillars, moths, and other insects. Hear stories, play games, and seek, find & observe caterpillars […]
Sotterley Teachers and Museum Professionals Workshop
Incorporating History that Leads to Equity July 30 and 31, 2019 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Students are never too young or too old to learn perspective, compassion, and empathy. Discover through the stories of real lives lived how to help your students learn the art of seeing through another’s eyes. Resources provided and create […]
Open Auditions for Ghosts of Sotterley 2019
It’s (Almost) Showtime! “Greenbeard’s Murder Mystery Tour” Announcing open auditions for our wildly popular annual signature event – The Ghosts of Sotterley! Whether you are a seasoned actor or have a new-found interest in acting, we invite all from age 12 and up to try out. You will be in great company with an enthusiastic […]
Sotterley Plantation Junior Docent Academy
June 17 & 18, 2019 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 Junior Docent Academy will enhance your communication skills while sharing our rich history and exquisite site with visitors. Upon successful completion, you will become Junior […]
Sotterley to Participate in Global Launch
Of UNESCO Publication Historic Sotterley, as a UNESCO Slave Route Site of Memory, will participate in the global launch of the UNESCO publication entitled “Legacies of Slavery: A Resource Book for Managers of Sites and Itineraries of Memory” on Tuesday, May 21, 2019. The launch of this Resource book will be organized the same day […]
Armed Forces Weekend at Sotterley Plantation
As a special and sincere “Thank You” for your service, we invite all active duty, and retired military to experience a complimentary tour of our 1703 Manor House and free admission to enjoy our beautiful grounds. We honor those who have served this great Nation! TOUR SCHEDULES: Friday, May 17th & Saturday, May 18th 10:30 […]
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