Guests can meet Thomas Jefferson (as portrayed by veteran historical actor-interpreter Bill Barker) in person, Tuesday through Saturday during regularly scheduled hours.
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.
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Included with admission
Tuesday - Saturday: 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m.
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Tuesday - Saturday: 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m.
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Location: on the West Lawn near the Fish Pond (view a map of Monticello for visitors)
Duration: approximately 30 minutes
To confirm appearances and schedule for a particular day, please call the Monticello Ticket Office at (434) 984-9800 or inquire when you arrive.
Monticello Livestreams
Join us Tuesdays at 1 p.m. (ET) for livestreams from Monticello, often featuring Thomas Jefferson (as portrayed by veteran 1st-person interpreter Bill Barker). Watch on our Facebook Live and YouTube channels or at monticello.org/live.