From Slavery to Freedom

This 2.5 hour, small-group, guided, interactive tour has a specific focus on slavery at Monticello and its legacies.

The tour begins at the visitor center, with a visit to the Burial Ground for Enslaved People. It continues on the historic mountaintop with an exploration of the South Wing, the first floor of the house, surrounding grounds, and Mulberry Row through the perspectives of enslaved people who lived and labored on the plantation. Guests will participate in a facilitated dialogue on race and the legacies of slavery in the United States and are encouraged to share their own experiences and perspectives along the way. The tour concludes at the Contemplative Site.

This tour is held rain or shine and includes a fair amount of walking over some uneven terrain. Guests should plan to arrive at the visitor center 30 minutes prior to their tour start time to allow time to pass through a security screening.