Monticello is the autobiographical masterpiece of Thomas Jefferson—designed and redesigned and built and rebuilt for more than forty years. Its gardens were a botanic showpiece, a source …

Explore Thomas Jefferson's extraordinary achievements and complex legacy by visiting and touring Monticello, one of the most popular Virginia historical sites, just outside Charlottesville.

Explore exhibitions on the building of Monticello, the operation of the plantation, and the legacy of the Declaration of Independence and enjoy our powerful introductory film.

Discover why Thomas Jefferson's historic home, Monticello, is among the top attractions in Charlottesville and should be on your list of things to do in Virginia.

Monticello is the autobiographical masterpiece of Thomas Jefferson—designed and redesigned and built and rebuilt for more than forty years. Its gardens were a botanic showpiece, a source …

Discover the architecture, rooms, and furnishings of Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, the only presidential house in the US named as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Thomas Jefferson spent most of his adult life designing and redesigning Monticello, which was constructed over a period of forty years. He said, "Architecture is my delight, and putting up, …

Every year, tens of thousands of students tour Monticello virtually, either on their own or led by a Monticello guide in real time. Help us continue to make these important resources available to …

Discover the remarkable life of Thomas Jefferson and his enduring impact on American history. Explore his early years, political achievements, and legacy.

This 45-minute guided experience includes first floor spaces in Thomas Jefferson’s home, the West Lawn, and the South Wing. You’ll learn about Jefferson and his vision for America, the …