For Scholars

The Department of Archaeology is dedicated to studying and preserving Monticello's archaeological record, and to deciphering its meaning through comparative research.

Monticello’s Department of Museum Collections is responsible for the care and preservation of a collection of 5,000 objects, including artwork, furnishings, natural history specimens, and personal belongings.

As the African American history department at Monticello, Getting Word records and preserves the family histories of the over 610 people enslaved by Jefferson throughout his lifetime. 

A modern, presidential-style library supporting research on Thomas Jefferson and his life, times, and legacy.

Monticello's Restoration Department is responsible for the preservation, conservation, and accurate interpretation of the mountaintop's historic and reconstructed buildings.

A multidisciplinary research center that supports ongoing international study of Thomas Jefferson and his world.

The project is creating the definitive edition of Thomas Jefferson's letters and papers for the period from 1809 to 1826.

Since 1993, Monticello has supported the publication of almost 40 books and scholarly works.

Monticello supports a number of public programs for adults, including an annual Historic Landscape Institute and Archaeological Field School.