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Heritage Harvest Festival at Monticello

Celebrate the legacy of revolutionary gardener Thomas Jefferson during the 6th annual Heritage Harvest Festival at Monticello. Thomas Jefferson, America’s “First foodie,” championed vegetable cuisine, plant experimentation and sustainable agriculture.

Taste a bounty of heirloom fruits and vegetables and learn about organic gardening and seed-saving during this fun, affordable, family-friendly festival—unlike any other—held on the breathtaking West Lawn of Jefferson’s Monticello.

Friday, September 14, 2012

Pre-festival Workshops
9 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Featured Speaker: Joe Lamp'l
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Be inspired to grow a greener world with Joe Lamp'l (aka joe gardener®), host of the popular series, Fresh from the Garden on DIY Network and GardenSMART on PBS.

Grand Preview Dinner & Evening with Joel Salatin
6 to 9 p.m.

Join us for an evening with Joel Salatin, farmer and award-winning author followed by a book signing and field-to-fork dinner.

Saturday, September 15, 2012

Festival on Monticello's West Lawn
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Festivities include:

Heirloom vegetable and fruit tastings

Lectures, workshops, special tours, and family activities

Cooking demonstrations

Premium Workshops

And much more!

Check out www.heritageharvestfestival.com for a complete list of programs.

Co- Presenter