two centuries ago.
Mr. Madison welcomes thoughtful discussion and is always ready to offer perspective from his own moment in history.
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two centuries ago.
Mr. Madison welcomes thoughtful discussion and is always ready to offer perspective from his own moment in history.
Mr. Madison Is Home!
James Madison will spend March 14th at Montpelier greeting visitors and sharing his reflections as he would have in 1826. Throughout the house and grounds, guests can find Mr. Madison in conversation about the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the events shaping his world..
and traditions that profoundly influenced what we now recognize as American foodways, and the enduring legacy of those contributions. Reception to follow.
Register at www.montpelier.org/events/bound...
Bound to the Fire: How Virginia’s Enslaved Cooks Helped Invent American Cuisine - April 19th
Join us for a lecture exploring the central role of Virginia’s enslaved cooks in shaping American cuisine. Dr. Deetz examines the chefs and kitchens of colonial Virginia, highlighting the knowledge, skills,
Revolution.
For this week-long program, we will combine the archaeology with cooking at the end of the week. On Thursday and Friday, Jerome Bias will provide instruction on hearth cooking which will take place in the South Yard.
Register at www.montpelier.org/events/late-...
Late April Archaeology and Cooking Expedition April 19th - 24th
During the 2026 Season, the Montpelier archaeology department is investigating an 18th-century Blacksmith shop that was run by Moses, an enslaved blacksmith owned by James Madison, Sr. Moses ran the blacksmith shop during the American
Montpelier is excited to host the MAC-ISA 2026 Mid-Atlantic Tree Climbing Championship!!
April 18th &19th
This exciting two-day event showcases the skill, precision, and athleticism of the region’s top arborists. This event is FREE and open to the public. More information at buff.ly/wR9akcm
shards and installing the matching dining set, the room now enjoyed by visitors to Montpelier results from nearly a decade of work.
employed to recreate this gathering space central to the Madisons’ social platform, where guests from France to Fredricksburg dined and shared ideas that molded our country.
From investigating floorboards and nail holes to researching textile and wallpaper patterns to uncovering transferware
The Madison Dining Room
Designing one of the most social rooms at Montpelier was the result of a large inter-departmental collaboration between Curatorial & Collections, Research, Archaeology & Landscape Restoration, and Architecture & Historic Preservation. Each department’s expertise was
with Mr. Madison himself.
More information at montpelier.org/events
It's March Madison Madness!!!
Leading up to James Madison's birthday on March 16th, Montpelier will be hosting a weekend full of activities from March 14th to 16th. Join us for specialty tours, an engaging panel with seasoned attorney Peter C. Cohen, and engage in civic discussion...
across the Commonwealth. With admission to a Passport Site, ask for their official stamp to document your visit.
Virginians played in securing American Independence, and our journey since, by visiting the many museums and historic sites of this Commonwealth.
Use this passport to chronicle your adventure and receive special discounts along the way.
This passport features dozens of museums and historic sites
In 2026, the United States marks its 250th anniversary. This historic milestone—extraordinary in our lifetimes—provides the ideal moment to come together, better understand our shared past, and renew our commitment to the pursuit of A More Perfect Union.
We invite you to explore the outsized role
A Day of Commemoration, Celebration, and Learning, March 16th
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 at 2:00PM
constitutional law, this talk makes foundational Court decisions accessible to both legal audiences and the general public.
Register at www.montpelier.org/events/peter...
Power and Preserving the Republic.
Drawing on more than 220 years of landmark U.S. Supreme Court decisions Cohen explores how the Court has served as a critical check on presidential power and a guardian of the rule of law. Grounded in four decades of legal practice and teaching...
In the Supreme Court’s Own Words: A Moderated Session with Author Peter Cohen, March 15th
Join author and seasoned attorney Peter Cohen for a moderated talk with Montpelier staff followed by a Q+A about his new book, In the Supreme Court’s Own Words: First Principles for Checking Presidential...
and a cash bar.
philosophy, art, and the latest news.
Join us for our first in the series Salon 1776 - April 4th “Becoming Madison: The Making of a Founder in a Revolutionary Age” with Katie Crawford-Lackey, PhD
Register at www.montpelier.org/events/salon...
Tickets include the lecture, light refreshments
In 18th-century Paris, the salon was where ideas came alive over candlelight and conversation. Hosted in elegant private homes, these semi-private gatherings drew an eclectic mix of philosophers, writers, aristocrats, diplomats, and curious social climbers, all eager to discuss history, politics,
two centuries ago.
Mr. Madison welcomes thoughtful discussion and is always ready to offer perspective from his own moment in history.
Mr. Madison Is Home!
James Madison will spend March 14th at Montpelier greeting visitors and sharing his reflections as he would have in 1826. Throughout the house and grounds, guests can find Mr. Madison in conversation about the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the events shaping his world
Due to expected winter weather, Montpelier will close to the public today, March 2nd, at 12:30 PM.
From 60 degrees to expected snow, we hope everyone is taking care with this unpredictable weather!
Montpelier M&Ms!
M&M’s® Chocolate Candies
We’re excited to introduce Montpelier’s custom M&Ms! Available now at our gift shop and online at shop.montpelier.org
A fun new way to share our brand, delight our guests, and add a memorable touch to events and gatherings. History never tasted so good.
The Mere Distinction of Colour. The video “Fate in the Balance” will be a springboard for discussing new insights into the lives of Ellen Stewart and her family.
Register at www.montpelier.org/events/puzzl...
challenges faced by researchers trying to uncover the lives of enslaved people in America. Then explore how Montpelier is using fragmentary documents to create a rich narrative that honors the legacies of those enslaved through the Naming Project and the award-winning exhibition
There is still time to register for Puzzling Out the Past: Rediscovering the Lives of Enslaved People at Montpelier February 28th!
Researching enslaved people is one of the most challenging tasks a historian or genealogist can undertake, but why? In this program you will discover the unique
Salon 1776, and signature events such as We the Kids Day and Constitution Day-permanently enriching Montpelier’s interpretive narrative as the nation approaches the 250th anniversary.
Stay tuned for more and thank you to Mars for making this work possible!