Nancy Turner

Fairfax, VA Volunteer at Sully Historic Site Length of Service: 2 years Touring Docent, Special Events, Gardener, Museum Aide

Nancy Turner’s love of history led her to Sully Historic Site, where she quickly learned the history of the Lees and the enslaved population that called Sully home. In her entertaining and engaging way, she soon began sharing her knowledge with Sully’s visitors. She assists with special events, too, such as Candlelight Tours and Eggster Bunny programs and helps with set-up and clean-up for scout programs and Dairy Days. In addition, during COVID-19, she has been a key member of the gardening team working in the beautiful ornamental 1794 garden. Turner was one of the first volunteers to come back to Sully during the pandemic, volunteering more than what was expected and willing to step in wherever needed. She is always flexible and committed to the public, and this has made her one of Sully’s greatest assets. Her enthusiasm for the period of Sully is evident to everyone she meets, especially those on her house tours.