Making History in June!
Final Week to purchase tickets to join us on "The Road to Morocco!
&
Speaker Series at Sotterley
Jennifer Pharr Davis
"The Extra Mile:
Exploring the Limits of Endurance"
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
7:00 p.m. in the Barn
In
2011, six years after her first attempt, Jennifer Pharr Davis became
the overall record holder on the Appalachian Trail. By hiking 2,181
miles in 46 days - an average of 47 miles per day - she became the first
female to ever set that mark. She will offer her riveting account of
overcoming the odds as she set this outstanding record. She honestly
relays the internal and external struggles of trying to maximize her
miles and her potential. Her inspired tale of determination, endurance,
and teamwork motivates all to do more than you ever thought possible.
Her adventures have covered over 12,000 miles on six continents and have
been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, NPR's Talk of
the Nation, CNN Headline News, Fox and Friends, the CBS Early Show and
the 700 Club. She has been named Blue Ridge Outdoors Person of the Year
and a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year. Her Appalachian Trail
record was voted Ultrarunning Magazine's Female Performance of 2011.
Just in time for National Trails Day on June 6th! Come and experience Sotterley's newly expanded trail system!
This
event is FREE to the public. Advance reservations are required due to
limited seating. Call 301-373-2280 to make your reservation.
Because
of the generous grant and continued support from The Boeing Company,
Sotterley Plantation is able to offer this important community outreach,
fulfilling its mission to preserve, research, and interpret Sotterley
Plantation's diverse cultures and environments and to serve the world as
an educational, cultural, and community resource.
&
Half
Price Day for Dad!
Fathers
will receive the Guided Tour of the 1703 Plantation House at Historic Sotterley
Plantation for HALF PRICE on Father’s Day on Sunday, June 21, 2015 from noon to
4:00 p.m. We
welcome you and your father to stroll the exquisite blooming gardens, walk the
plantation grounds and nature trails, see the historic outbuildings including
our original 1830’s Slave Cabin, or picnic out on the lawn while enjoying the
breathtaking views of the Patuxent River. Top off the day with buying a
memorable gift at the Museum Shop, located in our Visitor Center. It will be a
day he will never forget! For
more information on upcoming Sotterley Plantation events, please visit our
website at www.sotterley.org.
&
Are
you looking for something fun to do this summer that involves history
and interacting with others? We have a perfect opportunity for you! Our
Junior Docent Academy will be offered for ages 8 - 18 on June 22 and
23rd, 2015 where you will enhance your communication skills
while sharing our rich history and exquisite site with visitors. Upon
successful completion, you will become Junior Docents and ambassadors of
Historic Sotterley Plantation!
Participants
will receive a certificate and will be qualified to volunteer for
Junior Docent duty in the summer months and for other volunteer
opportunities throughout the year. This unique two-day training camp also qualifies as volunteer hours.
Cost: $35 per participant
which includes a Sotterley Student membership
or
a $25 credit towards a Sotterley Family membership.
Registration Form is available online: www.sotterley.org
Coming Up in July!
July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
FUN
learning opportunities at Historic Sotterley Plantation are coming up
every Friday during the month of July 2015! Join a costumed docent
portraying a Sotterley person of the past while enjoying some
kid-friendly activities!
July 3 (10:30 & 11:30):
Croquet & Games on the lawn!
July 10 (10:30 & 11:30):
Lessons in the Schoolhouse!
July 17 (10:30 & 11:30):
Gardening & Farming work and fun!
July 24 (10:30 & 11:30):
Skills of the trades!
July 31 (10:30 & 11:30):
Wool carding and spinning!
Admission $ at the Visitor Center.
Rain or shine events.
And don't forget to visit us every Saturday
from 8 a.m. - noon
for the Sotterley's Farmer's Market!
See you at Sotterley!
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