Monticello Cabinet

Welcome to the Monticello Cabinet! This exclusive page offers access to event invitations, visit planning resources, and curated updates just for Cabinet donors. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to welcoming you in person soon.

Monticello Events & Programs
June – December 2026

Details may change; please check back for up-to-date information.

Cabinet Events

July 2, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Culinary Diplomacy Project with Former White House Executive Chef Cristeta Comerford | Purchase Tickets
Cabinet donors who purchase tickets will receive a special invitation for a meet-and-greet ahead of dinner with the chef.

July 3, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Private reception and public performance by Dom Flemons and the Traveling Wildfires 
Complimentary access for Cabinet donors

July 4, 9:00 a.m. 
Independence Day Naturalization Ceremony & Celebration | Register for July 3-4 Now
Complimentary onsite parking and reserved seating for Cabinet donors

August 27
Discussion with Peggy Cornett on "Thomas Jefferson's Flowers" | Registration Details Coming Soon
Join Peggy Cornett on her latest book, exploring Thomas Jefferson’s lifelong interest in flowers and gardening. The program will be followed by a book signing and reception in the Shop at Monticello. 

September 21
Fall Cabinet Evening Conversation featuring Judy Woodruff and Jamelle Bouie on "Freedom of the Press"; Summit Dinner (Summit donors only) | Registration Details Coming Soon

December 2
Cabinet Wreath Workshop | Registration Details Coming Soon

Public Programs

June 19 - July 3
Civic Season | Learn More

June 23, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Pursuits of Knowledge with James Traub on "The Cradle of Citizenship: How Schools Can Help Save Our Democracy" | Purchase Tickets

June 25, 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Artist Talk with Jabari Jefferson on "Who Is Edith Hern Fossett?" | Purchase Tickets

June 28, 5:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
1.776 Montalto Challenge | Register Now

October 29
Pursuits of Knowledge with Danielle Allen on "Radical Duke: How One Aristocrat―and the American Revolution―Transformed Britain" | Registration Details Coming Soon

November 12
Tombstone Legacies Keynote Panel | Registration Details Coming Soon

December 8
Pursuits of Knowledge with Dr. Richard Bell on "The American Revolution and the Fate of the World" | Registration Details Coming Soon  

Please continue to check back for more details and recent updates. 

For questions regarding events and programs, please contact Megan Howerton, Director of Donor Relations and Engagement, at [email protected] or (434) 984-7578.

Visiting Monticello

Membership

Cabinet donors are honored with automatic recognition at the Monticellian level, our highest tier of membership. Monticellian membership offers a wonderful opportunity to experience the mountaintop more deeply, with access to tours that bring Monticello’s history to life.

Benefits include:

• Free grounds access and standard rate tours every time you visit for 2 adults and all children 18 and under in the same household | Reservation Required
  • Standard Tours | Highlights Tour, From Slavery to Freedom Tour, Family Friendly Tour, Founding Friends, Founding Foes Tour, Women at Monticello Tour
• 10% Discount at the Museum Shop, Monticello Café, Farm Shop, and Jefferson Vineyards
  • In-Person | Present your Pass ID number or printed membership card at checkout to receive your discount
  • Online | Discount code is MONT2026
• $10 Discount on Specialty tours | Reservation Required
  • Specialty Tours | Behind the Scenes Tour, Jefferson Remembers the Declaration Tour, Holiday Evening Tour
• 4 "Member for a Day" Passes

All new Cabinet donors receive a physical membership card in their welcome packet, along with access to a digital version available for download | Download Membership Card

Frequently asked questions and additional information are available at the Monticello Member Center webpage | Visit the Member Center

Special Tours

In appreciation of your Monticello Cabinet participation, we are happy to coordinate special tours of Monticello for you throughout the year. We suggest that you reach out as early as possible to ensure best tour availability.

Helpful information to provide with your request includes:

• Date(s) for your group's visit
• Preferred tour time (morning, afternoon, or a specific time, subject to availability)
  • We recommend reserving at least 2-3 hours for your visit to the mountaintop and the David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center
• Number of people in your party
• Any special interests or needs of the group

Please note that we cannot accept tips for special tours.

For questions regarding membership or special tours, please contact Virginia Dolan, Donor Relations Officer, at [email protected]g or (434) 984-9850.

2026 Cabinet Co-Chairs

The Thomas Jefferson Foundation gratefully acknowledges the leadership of our Cabinet Co-Chairs.

“Since 1987, we’ve witnessed Monticello’s transformation from a quiet historic house into a World Heritage Site and a beacon for preservation and education essential to understanding our nation. As Jefferson wrote to John Adams, 'I like the dreams of the future better than the history of the past.' It is a rare privilege to help shape that future through the Cabinet.” 

Ann & Peter Taylor 
2025-2026 Cabinet Co-Chairs 

“In addition to our long-standing friendship and admiration of Jane, we’ve always enjoyed US history and own documents with the autograph of a number of US presidents, both Republican and Democrat, including Thomas Jefferson. We deeply believe that bringing people from different sides of the political spectrum together for conversation is very important for the health of our nation.” 

Judith Weinstein & Mat MacCumber 
2026-2027 Cabinet Co-Chairs 

Past Program Recordings

Development Office

Allie Carter
Chief Development Officer
[email protected] | (434) 984-7584

Brian Luckett
Director of Major Gifts
[email protected] | (434) 984-7516

Rebecca LeMert
Annual Giving and Operations Manager
[email protected] | (434) 984-7569

Stephanie Minter
Senior Development Officer
[email protected] | (434) 984-7518

Mikey Amos
Development Officer
[email protected] | (434) 984-7529

John York
Development Officer
[email protected] | (434) 984-7583

Megan Howerton
Director of Donor Relations and Engagement
[email protected] | (434) 984-7578

Virginia Dolan
Donor Relations Officer
[email protected] | (434) 984-9850

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