Monticello
Directions: From I-64 take Exit 121A. At the first traffic light (Hwy 53) turn left. Follow the signs to Monticello. Monticello, the home of President Thomas Jefferson, was built over his lifetime by that unique man who contributed so much to the foundations of our liberty. Sitting atop a mountain overlooking the picturesque nearby countryside, the home features many gadgets utilized by the man who enjoyed both architecture and crafting inventive ways to make everyday tasks more efficient. The plantation site is located on what was originally a 3,000 acre devise from his father near Charlottesville, VA. The view shown to the left is the back side of the home, which is more inviting to the camera. The front facade is shielded from view to some extent by large trees. When one visits 21st Century Monticello one's automobile is left in a parking lot slightly down the mountain. A shuttle bus carries ticketed passengers to the home, where the group is met by a knowledgeable docent. The tour consists of a portion of the main level of the house. There are separate tours conducted in the garden, Mulberry Row, and various outbuildings. |
