Commemoration of 274th Anniversary of James Madison’s Birth

A Day of Commemoration, Celebration, and Learning

Wreath Laying Ceremony – 2:00 PM: In honor of James Madison’s birthday, the United States Marine Corps Color Guard will lay the presidential wreath at the Madison Family Cemetery at Montpelier. The wreath laying will be held rain or shine. 2:00PM

“Highlights of Montpelier Tour” – 10 AM – 3 PM: Guided indoor/outdoor tour offered every half hour. Registration required.

• Mr. Madison is at Home
• The Montpelier Foundation is celebrating our 25th anniversary of co-stewardship with the National Trust for Historic Preservation. To mark this historic milestone, we will be offering “$25 in 2025” – adult (18 and up) tour ticket prices are $25! We invite you to take advantage of this offer and bring your family and friends for an enjoyable day at Montpelier.

Book Talk with Dr. Casey Burgat – 12:30 PM: An engaging book talk on We Hold These “Truths”: How to Spot the Myths that are Holding America Back with author Dr. Casey Burgat. FREE, registration required

SPECIALTY TOURS

10:00am – Bill of Rights Walking Tour – Registration required

11:30am and 2:30pm – Constitution Tour – Registration required

1:30pm – Enslaved Community Tour– FREE

Special Promotion: Property Pass fee is waived for the day.