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1735
Peter Jefferson, Thomas Jefferson's father, patented 1,000-acre tract which became Monticello.
1743
Thomas Jefferson born at Shadwell.
1757
Peter Jefferson died.
1760-62
Thomas Jefferson a
A hands-on activity center for children
Monticello visitors—especially those ages 6 to 12—can literally get in touch with American history in the Griffin Discovery Room through hands-on activities.
