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'Jefferson Remembers the Declaration': Top Thomas Jefferson interpreter guides special America 250 tour at Monticello

'Jefferson Remembers the Declaration': Top Thomas Jefferson interpreter guides special America 250 tour at Monticello

'Jefferson Remembers the Declaration': Top Thomas Jefferson interpreter guides special America 250 tour at Monticello | Haystack News

'Jefferson Remembers the Declaration': Top Thomas Jefferson interpreter guides special America 250 tour at Monticello | Haystack News

‘Jefferson remembers the Declaration’: Top Thomas Jefferson interpreter guides special America 250 tour at Monticello

‘Jefferson remembers the Declaration’: Top Thomas Jefferson interpreter guides special America 250 tour at Monticello

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Discovery at Monticello reveals construction secrets Thomas Jefferson left out of maps and letters

Discovery at Monticello reveals construction secrets Thomas Jefferson left out of maps and letters

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Life At Jefferson's Monticello, As His Slaves Saw It

Life At Jefferson's Monticello, As His Slaves Saw It

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Visit Monticello in Winter | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

Visit Monticello in Winter | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

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Explore a Holiday Evening Tour at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

Explore a Holiday Evening Tour at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

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Thomas Jefferson’s watch key was both an essential tool and a marker of loss. Jefferson used it to wind his pocket watch, and it was a memento that contained a woven lock of hair from his late wife, Martha Wayles Skelton Jefferson, who died in 1782 after ten years of marriage. On the reverse is inscribed: “Martha W. Jefferson / Born 19 Oct. 1748 / Died 6 Sept. 1782.” This watch key and Martha Jefferson’s bureau are on display at Monticello this month. See them in-person during our Revolutionary

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Explore Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello, a historic escape with scenic gardens, mountain views, and powerful history, all just a short drive from Raleigh. | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

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Flow into the holiday season with a Holiday Evening Tour at Monticello🕯️ Starting today and running through December 30, take advantage of this rare opportunity to explore the house after dark, decorated with Jefferson-era greenery, and step inside spaces few get to see at night. You’ll experience the first and upper floors, including the Dome Room, and learn how everyone on the mountaintop celebrated the holiday season. Purchase your tickets now at the link in our bio! See full schedule in the

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Explore Thomas Jefferson's Monticello on a Behind the Scenes Tour! | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

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This November 6, we're proud to partner with the The Virginia Film Festival for a screening of a new documentary, “The Levys of Monticello.” We hope you'll join us for the local premier of this in-depth look at the fascinating family that saved Jefferson's architectural masterpiece. Monticello's Leslie Greene Bowman will provide an introduction. And after the premier our Susan Stein and Niya Bates will join writer/director Steven Pressman, author Marc Leepson, and UVA professor Phyllis Leffler f

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This week’s livestreams focus on wine! 🍷 In this video, Monticello Guide Noelle Stith shares the history of the Wine Cellar here on the mountaintop. Check it out, and be sure to join us tomorrow, August 18, at 1:00 p.m. EDT for our live Q&A with Thomas Jefferson, interpreted by Bill Barker: bit.ly/3iIpX44 | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

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WATCH: At Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, a new exhibit brings the largely hidden story of Sally Hemings and her decades-long relationship with the nation's third president into the open. Jeffrey Brown reports. | PBS NewsHour

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This President’s Day, catch Monticello's own Dr. Andrew Davenport, Gayle Jessup White, and Bill Barker on HISTORY's new series, #ThomasJefferson. Tune in for the premiere on February 17 at 8pm ET! | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

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‘Jefferson Remembers the Declaration’: Top Thomas Jefferson interpreter guides special America 250 tour at Monticello

We’re back in Monticello’s Archaeology Lab! 🧪 While discoveries begin in the field, it’s in the lab where artifacts truly come to life. Every object is carefully cleaned, cataloged, analyzed, and entered into Monticello’s Digital Archaeological Archive of Comparative Slavery (DAACS) database. In today’s video, lab analyst Chris Devine takes us behind the scenes to show how this essential work helps piece together the stories of the past. 🔍 | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

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Since the 1950s, archaeological research has been ongoing at Monticello. Extensive excavations have amassed a body of knowledge that makes Monticello one of the best studied plantations in the world. Learn more on our Plantation Archaeology Walking Tour, which resumes for the 2024 season THIS weekend! Guests will visit Site 30, see artifacts from the field, and learn about the history of the Monticello plantation. See details: bit.ly/3PszSgS | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

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Since 1963, Monticello has hosted many notable speakers at our naturalization ceremony on Independence Day. Their remarks seek to inspire all in attendance—especially newly naturalized citizens—with the Declaration's ideals of "Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness." Check out this highlight reel from past years, and plan to come and see our 2025 speaker, Ken Burns! This year, for the comfort of all in attendance, the ceremony will take place under a large, fan-cooled tent. Learn more at m

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In this video, hear from Monticello’s Crystal O’Connor about our current archaeology project on the mountaintop. | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

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Don't miss our livestream tomorrow, July 13, at 1:00 p.m. ET with Monticello’s Associate Curator Emilie Johnson, and Associate Curator of Decorative Arts Diane Ehrenpreis! They’ll discuss how our Curatorial team locates Jefferson-era objects centuries later, and some of their still “unsolved mysteries.” Tune in: bit.ly/2U6WeLc (Special thanks to Monticello's Collections and Exhibitions Manager, Tabitha Corradi for graciously appearing in this lighthearted video. Be sure to watch until the end! �

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🪏Curious about what it’s like to dig into history at Monticello? Hear from one of our project archaeologists in this video, then come experience it for yourself at our Archaeology Open House on Saturday, October 11! Join us on Saturday, October 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for expert insights, recent discoveries, walking tours, and hands-on activities for all ages. See details and learn more: bit.ly/archaeology-open-house Archaeology at Monticello | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

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Did you know that Monticello Guides carry bags that do more than just hold practical essentials? 🎒 Inside are objects that help enrich tours, inspire curiosity and bring history to life! Take a look inside this Guide’s bag to see the must-have items they use to enhance their tours and start meaningful conversations along the way. Which item surprised you most? Let us know in the comments.👇 | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

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What have we found on the mountaintop site so far? Hear again from Monticello Archaeologist Crystal O’Connor and follow us for more updates! | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

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Today is Juneteenth, a day that commemorates the legal end of slavery in the United States. As an International Site of Conscience, we encourage our visitors, both in person and online, to study the history of slavery in America and the connections to systemic racism today. In 2015, we had the honor of welcoming civil rights icon John Lewis to Monticello as the recipient of the Thomas Jefferson Foundation Medal in Citizen Leadership. In this video, he reflects on the legacies of slavery and the

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This month, our Restoration team began an important project: repainting some of Monticello’s major exterior architectural elements. 🎨 From the entablature and balustrade to the dome plinths and portico pediments, each detail is receiving careful attention to protect the house from the elements and preserve its historic character. The last full exterior painting took place more than a decade ago. This season’s work helps ensure Monticello remains strong and vibrant as we prepare to mark America’

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Waving hello from this afternoon’s snowy mountaintop 👋🌨️ (wave back!) | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

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We asked a few members of our staff: “What’s your favorite part about working at Monticello?” 💭 From capturing historic spaces to helping bring programs to life, our team ensures each guest experience is memorable and engaging. Plan your visit today at monticello.org/visit and discover the many programs happening at Monticello! 🏛️✨ | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

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We’ve been sharing stories from our incredible archaeology team for a while now, and we’re excited to dig even deeper with a brand-new series! Over the next several weeks, we're spotlighting a different field or lab task that highlights the work of Monticello's archaeology team, starting with mapping! Mapping plays a key role in archaeological documentation. Watch the video to see the process in action, and check back next week for more hands-on highlights. Be sure to follow Archaeology at Monti

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WATCH: The story of Monticello did not end with Jefferson. Discover an untold chapter of American history in the award-winning documentary THE LEVYS OF MONTICELLO, available November 24th on Video-on-Demand and digital platforms everywhere! 🇺🇸 MenemshaFilms.com When Thomas Jefferson died in 1826, he left behind a mountain of personal debt, which forced his heirs to sell his beloved Monticello home and all of its possessions. THE LEVYS OF MONTICELLO reveals the little-known story of the Levy fa

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