Mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a special guided theatrical experience through the Monticello house featuring Thomas Jefferson, as interpreted by Bill Barker.
These special guided 45-minute tours are uniquely designed for families with children ages 5 to 11.
Explore the first floor of Monticello and the private quarters on the second and third floors.
This tour of Monticello reveals how Jefferson and Adams became allies in revolution, bitter rivals in politics, and friends again in retirement.
In celebration of the 250th anniversary of American independence, Monticello invites visitors to experience special tours, engaging programs, family activities, and unique events.
Hear about exciting discoveries at Monticello’s active excavation site. Learn about how archaeology is helping us understand the mountaintop landscape.
These one-hour, guided outdoor walking tours focus on the experiences of the enslaved people who lived and labored on the Monticello plantation. Start on the hour, available throughout the day.
Explore Monticello's restored flower gardens, vegetable garden, and surrounding grounds. Learn about Jefferson's designs for the original landscape and hear stories about the free and enslaved people who helped realize his plans and maintain his gardens.
Enjoy family-friendly activities for children on select days this spring, summer, and fall that explore history, science, and daily life at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello.
Monticello is a nonprofit that depends on the support of visitors like you. Commemorate America's 250th with a Monticello Membership and enjoy year-round access, exclusive perks, and member-only benefits.
Discover what’s blooming across the mountaintop and track your favorite flowers with our comprehensive In Bloom guide. Or enhance your visit with a Garden Tour —available with any ticket—and experience Monticello’s landscapes at their most vibrant.
