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Peggy Cornett on “Thomas Jefferson's Flowers”
- Members Only, Registration Required
- Complimentary parking
Celebrate the botanical legacy of Monticello at this exclusive members-only event featuring Peggy Cornett, Monticello’s Senior Curator of Plants, discussing her new book, Thomas Jefferson’s Flowers.
“ I retire to my family, my books and farms. . . . Nature intended me for the tranquil pursuits of science, by rendering them my supreme delight.”
About The Event
Join us for a talk with Peggy Cornett about her latest publication, Thomas Jefferson's Flowers. Drawing on a deep understanding of Jefferson as a scientific gentleman farmer, Cornett offers a definitive account of the planning and preservation of the paths, borders, and flowerbeds of Jefferson’s “little mountain.”
Once the talk concludes, head to the Shop at Monticello for a book signing and meet-and-greet with the author. Celebrate history in bloom, connect with Monticello experts, and share in a garden-inspired evening with fellow members.
This event is open only to Monticello members. Not a member yet? Join today!
