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HOME OF JAMES AND DOLLEY MADISON

Montpelier, the lifelong home of James and Dolley Madison, is situated on 2,650 acres of protected land with unobstructed views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, just a two-hour drive from Washington, D.C. Visitors can tour the historic House, enjoy award-winning food at the David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center, and hike on 8+ miles of walking trails.

Discover Montpelier
Mr. Madison is at Home
May 27, 2017
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Historic Landscape Tour
June 3, 2017
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Free
Journey from Slavery to Freedom Walking Tour
June 10, 2017
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Free
Mr. Madison is at Home
June 10, 2017
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Plantation Cooking Techniques with Jerome Bias
June 10, 2017
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Free
Dig it! Montpelier Archaeology Tour
June 17, 2017
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Archaeology
At Montpelier
Free
Annual Juneteenth Celebration at James Madison's Montpelier
June 17, 2017
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Free
Civil War Trail & Gilmore Farm Walking Tour
June 24, 2017
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Free
Journey from Slavery to Freedom Walking Tour
June 24, 2017
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Free
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Trust, Training, and the Constitution
14 Minute Read
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Center For
The Constitution
Montpelier's Guide to the Constitution
9 Minute Read
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Center For
The Constitution
The Women of Montpelier
10 Minute Read
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Archaeology for All
17 Minute Read
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Archaeology
At Montpelier
Slavery, the Constitution, and a Lasting Legacy
17 Minute Read
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Center For
The Constitution
A More Complete American Story
13 Minute Read
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Our Work
As a monument to James Madison, a museum of American history, and a center for constitutional education, Montpelier engages the public with the enduring legacy of Madison’s most powerful idea: government by the people.
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"We were very pleased to find out that we could visit the archeology exhibit and activities any given day. Our kids loved looking through the drawers that were full of china, glass, and other objects. Absolutely recommend Montpelier!"
Annie Nardone
"Nice tour and beautiful grounds. Visit the graves of the Madison's or watch the archeologists work. Worth the time."
Rose4may
"This is a fantastic property. There are miles of trails and big open spaces that are totally free to use. You can bring a picnic and eat right behind James Madison's house or get food from their cafe, which is managed by the BBQExchange in Gordonsville. The house tour is very informative and the gardens and grounds are beautiful."
Doug S.
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"We were very pleased to find out that we could visit the archeology exhibit and activities any given day. Our kids loved looking through the drawers that were full of china, glass, and other objects. Absolutely recommend Montpelier!"
Annie Nardone
"Nice tour and beautiful grounds. Visit the graves of the Madison's or watch the archeologists work. Worth the time."
Rose4may
"This is a fantastic property. There are miles of trails and big open spaces that are totally free to use. You can bring a picnic and eat right behind James Madison's house or get food from their cafe, which is managed by the BBQExchange in Gordonsville. The house tour is very informative and the gardens and grounds are beautiful."
Doug S.