Upcoming Event
1776 Tea Party @ Historic Sotterley
Jul 18
- Admission: $50 | $35 for students | $25 for children under 16
- Time:
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Celebrate America’s 250th with a 1776 Tea Party at Historic Sotterley! The afternoon will include a special presentation on George Washington’s Spies by Historic Sotterley’s Interpretive Programs Manager, Katherine Humphries. Also called the Culper Spy Ring, Washington’s spies were a civilian intelligence network that provided critical information to help in the American Revolution. Learn about their complex network and pioneering tactics while enjoying a tea with:
Tea faire, including Sally Lunn Cake (George Washington’s favorite)
Two different teas
Lemonade
Door Prizes
The Tea will take place in our beautifully renovated Historic Barn event space. It is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy an elevated Saturday afternoon at Historic Sotterley, and we encourage attendees to arrive early to enjoy our exhibits or Colonial Revival gardens. A free tour is included in your ticket price which you can take advantage of at our 10:30 am or 12:30 pm tour times. Just check in with your name at the Visitor Experience Center prior to your desired tour time.
Date: July 18th, 2026
Time: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Price: $50 | $35 for students | $25 for children under 16
Location: 44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD 20636
