The Constitutional Village

The Constitutional Village at Montpelier includes twenty bedrooms spread out over four restored farmhouses constructed in the early 20th century. The houses are within walking distance of Lewis Hall, where all lectures, discussions, and meals will take place during the Center's programs.

The houses in the Constitutional Village provide an ideal space for conversing after program activities and relaxing late into the evening. All houses offer a lounge area and patios or porches where seminar participants can congregate. Each house has kitchen or kitchenette facilities, including refrigerators, microwaves, sinks, coffee pots, and toaster ovens. Most of the houses have complete kitchens, including a full-size stove. Some light snacks and beverages are provided. Each house has at least two telephones, and all participants have access to laundry facilities located in two of the four homes.

Many of the bedrooms feature comfortable chairs, reading lamps, and a desk or table where participants can hook their laptops to the Internet. Most rooms are wired for Internet access. Room configurations include one or two twin beds, one double bed, or one queen-size bed. Sheets and towels are provided.  In keeping with the spirit of the Constitutional Village as a center for learning and thoughtful inquiry, televisions are not provided, in order to encourage seminar participants to use their free time for study, reflection, and conversation with their housemates.