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Celebrate your Birthday at Sully! Guests gather under a tent on the expansive lawn to celebrate your birthday. Two-hour rental for up to 15 children includes a 45-minute program led by a staff historian. Rental fee is $175. Non-refundable $75 deposit required upon reservation. Themed goodie bags/$5. For reservations and information on available dates, call 703-437-1794. Events Calendar November 7 Saturday Colonial Day at Sully, 11am-4pm Experience a day in the 18th century as Revolutionary War soldiers and civilians go about their daily life. See a skirmish between British and Colonial troops. Learn about textile production, cooking, tobacco trade, and farm skills. House tour included. $8/adult, $6/child 14 Saturday Harvest Cooking Class, 10am-2pm Feast on all good things from the fall harvest! Under the watchful eye of our expert instructors, experience the work, and the satisfaction, felt by 18th century cooks. Roast a turkey over an open fire, glaze yams, and bake dessert in a Dutch oven. Learn basic fire-building skills and use of period tools. For ages 12 yrs. and up. $55/cook, includes all supplies 15 Sunday The Lee Family Serving the Nation - Veteran’s Day Celebration, 1-4pm The Lee family served Virginia and the nation founding fathers, builders of the nation’s capital, and soldiers. Sign the Declaration of Independence like Francis Lightfoot Lee and Richard Henry Lee. Learn about the two Lee generals from the Revolutionary War and Civil War, and discover how Washington became the capital while Richard Bland Lee served in Congress. $6 adult, $4/senior or child, veterans free with ID. Mark your calendar now! December 12, 13, 19 and 20 Candlelight Tours, 5-7pm See the candlelit home of Richard Bland Lee and meet costumed characters of the past. Enjoy music and refreshments and make an ornament. Tickets on sale 11/1. $10/adult, $7/child & senior