Colvin Run Mill and Sully Historic Site

Fairfax County is rich in its cultural heritage. The Park Authority owns and operates two sites of historical significance to Fairfax County: Colvin Run Mill and Sully. The two sites hold special historical events throughout the year.

Restored in 1972, Colvin Run Mill is an award-winning restoration and a Virginia landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It offers daily tours, educational programs, special events, and outdoor concerts. The mill operates on a regular basis. You can picnic on the grounds, feed the ducks, and learn about America's technological roots. Also on the grounds is the Colvin Run Mill General Store. It originally served the local community and continues to function today as a sales shop offering penny candy, freshly ground cornmeal and wheat flour, and an array of old-fashioned goods.

Colvin Run Mill is open from 11 am to 5 pm March through December every day except Tuesdays, when the site is closed. During January and February, the site closes at 4 pm. Colvin Run Mill is not available for rent.

Directions: Beltway Exit 47A (Leesburg Pike, Rt. 7) west 5 miles past Tyson's Corner to right on Colvin Run Road. Left turn into paved parking lot 500 feet beyond gravel drive to mill.

For more information, fees, and to verify mill operating hours call 703-759-2771.

Educational programs, craft demonstrations, and living history events are offered throughout the year. Sully is open from 11 am to 4 pm March through December. Closed Tuesdays, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Tours are given on the hour, beginning at 11 am. January and February, last tour is 3:00pm. Sully is not available for rent.

The Schoolhouse Store at Sully once served as a one-room country schoolhouse. Today it offers items reminiscent of the early 19th-century. Merchandise includes gifts and toys for children.

Directions: Sully Historic Site is located on Route 28 in Chantilly, VA. From the Beltway (495) take either I66 west to Rt. 28 North or the Dulles Toll Rd. to exit 9A (Rt. 28 South). From Route 28: Take Air and Space Museum Parkway East Exit. At the first stop sign turn right and follow the paved road to parking lot.

For further information and fees contact Sully Historic Site 703-437-1794.