
Home of the
Father of the Constitution
In the splendor of the Virginia countryside, a national treasure is being recovered. Experience the rediscovery of the mind and the man who forged the framework of a nation, who created the Constitutional charter that defines our democracy, our thinking, our society.
For information on year-round events at James Madison's Montpelier click here to be taken to the yearly Calendar of Events in the Visit section.
Celebrate President’s Day with a tour of the home of the Father of Constitution and President James Madison.
Enjoy an evening in the Grand Salon of the Visitor Center and learn about Paul Jennings, a former Madison slave. 4:00 p.m. Wine and cheese reception at 5:00 p.m. Free. Open to the public.
Tour the Janes Madison Landmark Forest. A 200-acre old-growth forest that lies behind the Mansion's back lawn and is designated a National Natural Landmark. Tour begins at 2:00 p.m. at the Visitor Center.
Interested in history? Then become a part-time guide at James Madison's Montpelier in Orange, VA. If you have a love for history and enjoy contact with the general public, then this might be a position for you. Click here to learn more about positions at Montpelier.