Monticello Cabinet

In appreciation of your support,
The Thomas Jefferson Foundation
invites you to a celebration of the season

Cabinet Wreath Workshop

Thursday, December 4, 2025

2:00 - 4:30 p.m.

Howard and Abby Milstein Theater
David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center

Casual Attire

Create a beautiful wreath to adorn your door, featuring
natural materials grown in the gardens at Monticello.

The workshop will be led by Monticello's Curator of Plants,
Peggy Cornett, and our horticultural staff.

Enjoy seasonal beverages and holiday bites while you craft!

Space is limited and recommended for adult participants. One wreath per guest.
Please register early!

Kindly respond by Friday, November 21 to
Abby Cable, Development Assistant | acable@monticello.org | 434.984.9850

"... knowledge is power, ... knowledge is safety, ... knowledge is happiness"
– Thomas Jefferson to George Ticknor, 1817

Join us this spring for our ongoing "Pursuits of Knowledge" series, featuring programs that explore the past and present to help us think about our modern world. These eclectic offerings include discussions on recent publications, a theatrical performance, and a dynamic conversation about the important role that museums play in sharing women's history.

More details to come!

Spring 2025 Pursuits

January 23 - Marlene Dault & Julia Gaffield on I have Avenged America: Jean-Jaques Dessalines and Haiti's Fight for Freedom

February 11 - Martha Jones on The Trouble with Color: An American Family Memoir

March 5 - Molly Beer on Angelica: For Love and Country in a Time of Revolution

April 21 - Andrew Burstein on Being Thomas Jefferson: An Intimate History

May 19 - Beverly Gage's This Land is Your Land: A Road Trip through U.S. History

More details to come!

More details to come!

*This event is for our Summit participants only. More details to come!

More details to come!

*Denotes programming for our Cabinet and Summit participants! More details to come!

*Denotes programming for our Cabinet and Summit participants! More details to come!

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Our annual Independence Day Naturalization Ceremony & Celebration. More details to come!

“.... knowledge is power, ... knowledge is safety, ... knowledge is happiness”

-Thomas Jefferson to George Ticknor, 1817

Stay tuned for our Fall 2026 Pursuits of Knowledge series, to be announced in Spring 2026!

*Denotes programming for our Cabinet and Summit participants! More details to come!

More details to come!

*Denotes programming for our Cabinet and Summit participants! More details to come!

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.

Make sure to save time to visit the Farm Table café, our Visitor Center galleries, and The Monticello Shop! Cabinet participants receive 20% off nearly all items in the Shop.

When you are ready to plan your visit, please contact Abby Cable, Development Assistant, at acable@monticello.org | (434) 984-9850.

Cabinet Cocktails with Dr. Jane Kamensky, President, Thomas Jefferson Foundation

The Jefferson Hotel, Richmond, VA | January 31, 2024

Fall Evening Conversation
October 20, 2022

The Poetic Justice, an Evening Conversation with The Honorable John Charles Thomas from Thomas Jefferson's Monticello on Vimeo.

Peter J. Hatch Spring Cabinet Evening Conversation
June 8, 2022

Monticello Cabinet Retreat Dinner Program
May 6, 2022