Phil G.
8/16/2025
This is a great place to visit if you are interested in America's founding, American style of democracy, or to celebrate the upcoming Sestercentennial of the United States. (Having experienced...
James Madison's Montpelier
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11350 Constitution Hwy
Orange, VA 22960
Montpelier is the lifelong home of James Madison, fourth President of the United States, Father of the Constitution, and Architect of the Bill of Rights; and his wife, Dolley, America's first "First Lady." Montpelier was also home to six generations of enslaved individuals. Montpelier features the Madisons' historic home, formal gardens, "The Mere Distinction of Colour Exhibition," an archaeology lab, a Museum Shop, 8+ miles of walking trails, the Madison Family Cemetery, and the Montpelier Burial Ground for the Enslaved. Please visit Montpelier.org for all current prices, tours, and events. Montpelier is a 501 (C)(3) Nonprofit administered by The Montpelier Foundation and is a National Trust for Historic Preservation Site. Montpelier is a monument to James Madison and the Enslaved Community, a museum of American history, and a center for constitutional education that engages the public with the enduring legacy of Madison's most powerful idea: government by the people.
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4.0105 reviews
John B.
7/13/2025
This presidential site offers a great view and some good preservation work. I found the curatorial judgement sorely lacking on my visit. I would have thought it would be busy in the summer, but I...
Yitzchok F.
7/6/2025
Absolutely stunning views of the blue ridge mountains. There are trails to walk if you want. They are very chill there and have places to picnic in the shade. The actually house itself is both...
Mary A.
6/28/2024
I visited with a friend and we had a great experience. The staff were friendly and our tour guide was informative and interesting. I was worried after reading reviews. I believe the process has...
The Review Guru ..
11/4/2024
I honestly can't tell you what I thought about the JAMES MADISON MONTPELIER because my wife and I bailed upon entry solely because of the reasoning behind the fees. First off before you make that...
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