What others say about Monticello

Monticello was recently listed as one of the "Top 10 Iconic American Homes" and one of "8 Places Every American Should See." See the articles and read what our visitors say about their experiences here. Learn more »

Independence Pass Annual Ticket

The new Independence Pass allows you to visit Thomas Jefferson's Monticello as many times as you like and includes access to the newly opened Thomas Jefferson Visitor Center and Smith Education Center. Learn more »

Architecture Tours

This January and February, get an in-depth look at Thomas Jefferson’s "essay in architecture" and see Monticello's Dome Room. More »

Jefferson Today

What did Jefferson mean by a "wall of separation between Church & State"? Why did he distrust the mixing of politics and religion? Experts on religious history and civil liberties speak out. Let us know what you think »

Monticello videos

Jon Meacham on Thomas Jefferson and Andrew Jackson; Annette Gordon-Reed on Monticello and the Hemings family; a 90-second trailer for our new introductory film; and more »

Thomas Jefferson Visitor Center and Smith Education Center

Reaquaint yourself with the enduring significance of Jefferson’s life and ideas and get fresh perspectives on his beloved Monticello through an array of new exhibits and interactive experiences. Learn more »

Monticello Explorer

An in-depth look at Monticello with 3-D models, narrated tours, special animations, and an interactive map. Launch the Explorer »

Monticello Classroom

We've gathered the best resources on Thomas Jefferson and life at Monticello for classroom or home use. More »

Thomas Jefferson Encyclopedia

Let the Thomas Jefferson Encyclopedia choose for you and find out something new about Thomas Jefferson and the world of Monticello.
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Featured Letter: An Atmospheric Phenomenon

Jefferson receives what is perhaps the earliest recorded observation of a UFO in Virginia.
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In Bloom at Monticello

See what's blooming now in Monticello's gardens. Or search a database of over 150 plants by blooming dates, plant type, or descriptive text.
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Monticello Plantation Database

Want to know how many slaves Jefferson owned? The kinds of work they did? When they were born, bought, or sold? Ask the database »

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