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Calendar of Events For information on year-round events at James Madison's Montpelier click here to be taken to the yearly Calendar of Events in the Visit section.
James Madison's Birthday
March 16, 2012 Celebrate the 261^st birthday of the Father of the Constitution. Attend a poignant wreath presentation ceremony in the Madison Family Cemetery.
Working Woods Walk
April 15, 2012 This two-hour tour of the Montpelier Demonstration Forest Trail will help visitors understand society's dependence on forests.
Archaeology Expeditions
Week-long programs, 2012 Work side-by-side and learn how archaeology explores the past with Montpelier's professionals. This year the expeditions will focus on the homes and work spaces of the field laborers.
Freedman's Farm & Walking Tour
February 18, 2012 Tour the Gilmore Farm, followed by a walking tour of the 1863-1864 Confederate winter encampment site.

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