Monticello guests can meet Thomas Jefferson (as portrayed by veteran historical actor-interpreter Bill Barker) in person, Tuesday through Saturday during regularly scheduled programming.*

Widely recognized as the foremost interpreter of our nation's third President, Barker appears as Jefferson in regularly-scheduled programming, meeting with guests, answering questions, and bringing a deep and nuanced portrayal of the man who wrote "all men are created" and helped found the United States of America.

Typical Tuesday-Saturday Appearance Schedule*

11:30 a.m. - West Lawn, near the Fish Pond

12:30 - 2:30 p.m. - Roving encounters with guests

1 p.m. - Milstein Theater at Monticello's David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center

3 p.m. - Milstein Theater at Monticello's David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center

4:30 p.m. - West Lawn, near the Fish Pond

*Locations and times will change throughout the year. To confirm appearances and schedule for a particular day, please call the Monticello Ticket Office at (434) 984-9800 or inquire when you arrive.

• Announcement: Veteran Thomas Jefferson Interpreter Bill Barker Joins Monticello - April 30, 2019