Easterling Retires, Bankins Makes History at Sotterley - The Southern Maryland Chronicle

Easterling Retires, Bankins Makes History at Sotterley - The Southern Maryland Chronicle

HOLLYWOOD, Md. – Historic Sotterley, a cultural landmark in Southern Maryland, is undergoing a historic leadership transition in 2025. Gwendoline Bankins, former Vice President of the Board of Trustees, has assumed the role of President, becoming the first descendant of enslaved individuals at a Maryland historic site to hold this position. Concurrently, Nancy Easterling, who served as Executive Director for 16 years, announced her retirement af…

A Year Of Change For Historic Sotterley - The BayNet

HOLLYWOOD, Md. – 2025 is a significant year to change for Historic Sotterley. Gwendoline Bankins, former Vice President of the Board of Trustees, has stepped forward to lead the organization as President. Ms. Bankins will be the first person in the State of Maryland who was descended from those enslaved at a historic site to step into this leadership role. This year we also announce the retirement of our Executive Director, Nancy Easterling, aft…