Sully Historic Site

CONTACT INFORMATION: Visitor Center Open Hours: Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Ticketed tours available at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. The park grounds are open from dawn through dusk.
703-437-1794 TTY 711
3650 Historic Sully Way
Chantilly, Virginia
Matthew Gailani
Site Manager

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The Civil War at Sully

06/27/2026 1:00 pm to 06/27/2026 2:00 pm

(6-Adult) Discover more about the turbulent history and importance of Sully and Fairfax County during the Civil War. Tour the historic site and learn about the different figures who experienced the war at Sully. Hear about Maria Barlow, who encountered and dealt with troops on both sides. Gain a better understanding of the effects the war had on…

The Declaration of Independence in 1776 and Today

07/11/2026 10:00 am to 07/11/2026 11:30 am

(8-Adult) Learn about the people who signed the Declaration and why they took the risk, then decide if you'd sign too. Discover what the fight for liberty meant for different people. Help build a Liberty 2026 wall by posting what the Declaration means to you, while enjoying refreshments. This program links to the VA250 and the Fairfax250…

Hands-on History - Spinning Wool

07/18/2026 1:00 pm to 07/18/2026 2:30 pm

(12-Adult) Discover how woolen textiles were made in the 19th century and examine different spinning wheels. Learn to use a drop spindle and spin wool yarn to take home.

The Civil War at Sully

07/26/2026 1:00 pm to 07/26/2026 2:00 pm

(6-Adult) Discover more about the turbulent history and importance of Sully and Fairfax County during the Civil War. Tour the historic site and learn about the different figures who experienced the war at Sully. Hear about Maria Barlow, who encountered and dealt with troops on both sides. Gain a better understanding of the effects the war had on…


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