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SUMMARY:Bound to the Fire: How Virginia’s Enslaved Cooks Helped Invent American Cuisine at James Madison's Montpelier
DESCRIPTION:Join James Madison’s Montpelier 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\, and traditions that profoundly influenced what we now recognize as American foodways\, and the enduring legacy of those contributions. Reception to follow.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/bound-to-the-fire-how-virginias-enslaved-cooks-helped-invent-american-cuisine-at-james-madisons-montpelier/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T140500Z
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SUMMARY:Kid Free Friday at James Madison's Montpelier
DESCRIPTION:As you’ve settled into summer\, gather your family and friends and visit Montpelier. Fridays between June 2 and August 25\, all kids ages 17 and under visiting with a paying family adult get free admission to the House. The free tours make for an affordable and enriching summer experience available to all visitors. Tours also include entry into our exhibition The Mere Distinction of Colour\, located in the cellars and in the South Yard. \nBring your walking shoes and hike our 8+ miles of trails that wind through old-growth forests\, horse pastures\, and meadows. Stop by the archaeology lab to see and learn about the fascinating artifacts uncovered by our staff and participants in our public archaeology programs. Visit Mr. Madison’s Temple\, the Madison Family Cemetery\, and the Montpelier Burial Ground. At the David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center an assortment of salads\, chips\, candy\, other snacks\, and cold drinks are available for purchase. Browse the galleries\, and shop in the Museum Shop\, which features beautiful hand-crafted\, locally-sourced items\, children’s toys\, and an impressive selection of books.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/kid-free-friday-at-james-madisons-montpelier/2023-08-25/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230818T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230818T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20230717T140500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T140500Z
UID:10003538-1692349200-1692374400@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Kid Free Friday at James Madison's Montpelier
DESCRIPTION:As you’ve settled into summer\, gather your family and friends and visit Montpelier. Fridays between June 2 and August 25\, all kids ages 17 and under visiting with a paying family adult get free admission to the House. The free tours make for an affordable and enriching summer experience available to all visitors. Tours also include entry into our exhibition The Mere Distinction of Colour\, located in the cellars and in the South Yard. \nBring your walking shoes and hike our 8+ miles of trails that wind through old-growth forests\, horse pastures\, and meadows. Stop by the archaeology lab to see and learn about the fascinating artifacts uncovered by our staff and participants in our public archaeology programs. Visit Mr. Madison’s Temple\, the Madison Family Cemetery\, and the Montpelier Burial Ground. At the David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center an assortment of salads\, chips\, candy\, other snacks\, and cold drinks are available for purchase. Browse the galleries\, and shop in the Museum Shop\, which features beautiful hand-crafted\, locally-sourced items\, children’s toys\, and an impressive selection of books.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/kid-free-friday-at-james-madisons-montpelier/2023-08-18/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230811T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20230717T140500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T140500Z
UID:10003537-1691744400-1691769600@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Kid Free Friday at James Madison's Montpelier
DESCRIPTION:As you’ve settled into summer\, gather your family and friends and visit Montpelier. Fridays between June 2 and August 25\, all kids ages 17 and under visiting with a paying family adult get free admission to the House. The free tours make for an affordable and enriching summer experience available to all visitors. Tours also include entry into our exhibition The Mere Distinction of Colour\, located in the cellars and in the South Yard. \nBring your walking shoes and hike our 8+ miles of trails that wind through old-growth forests\, horse pastures\, and meadows. Stop by the archaeology lab to see and learn about the fascinating artifacts uncovered by our staff and participants in our public archaeology programs. Visit Mr. Madison’s Temple\, the Madison Family Cemetery\, and the Montpelier Burial Ground. At the David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center an assortment of salads\, chips\, candy\, other snacks\, and cold drinks are available for purchase. Browse the galleries\, and shop in the Museum Shop\, which features beautiful hand-crafted\, locally-sourced items\, children’s toys\, and an impressive selection of books.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/kid-free-friday-at-james-madisons-montpelier/2023-08-11/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230804T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20230717T140500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T140500Z
UID:10003536-1691139600-1691164800@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Kid Free Friday at James Madison's Montpelier
DESCRIPTION:As you’ve settled into summer\, gather your family and friends and visit Montpelier. Fridays between June 2 and August 25\, all kids ages 17 and under visiting with a paying family adult get free admission to the House. The free tours make for an affordable and enriching summer experience available to all visitors. Tours also include entry into our exhibition The Mere Distinction of Colour\, located in the cellars and in the South Yard. \nBring your walking shoes and hike our 8+ miles of trails that wind through old-growth forests\, horse pastures\, and meadows. Stop by the archaeology lab to see and learn about the fascinating artifacts uncovered by our staff and participants in our public archaeology programs. Visit Mr. Madison’s Temple\, the Madison Family Cemetery\, and the Montpelier Burial Ground. At the David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center an assortment of salads\, chips\, candy\, other snacks\, and cold drinks are available for purchase. Browse the galleries\, and shop in the Museum Shop\, which features beautiful hand-crafted\, locally-sourced items\, children’s toys\, and an impressive selection of books.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/kid-free-friday-at-james-madisons-montpelier/2023-08-04/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230728T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230728T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20230717T140500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T140500Z
UID:10003535-1690534800-1690560000@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Kid Free Friday at James Madison's Montpelier
DESCRIPTION:As you’ve settled into summer\, gather your family and friends and visit Montpelier. Fridays between June 2 and August 25\, all kids ages 17 and under visiting with a paying family adult get free admission to the House. The free tours make for an affordable and enriching summer experience available to all visitors. Tours also include entry into our exhibition The Mere Distinction of Colour\, located in the cellars and in the South Yard. \nBring your walking shoes and hike our 8+ miles of trails that wind through old-growth forests\, horse pastures\, and meadows. Stop by the archaeology lab to see and learn about the fascinating artifacts uncovered by our staff and participants in our public archaeology programs. Visit Mr. Madison’s Temple\, the Madison Family Cemetery\, and the Montpelier Burial Ground. At the David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center an assortment of salads\, chips\, candy\, other snacks\, and cold drinks are available for purchase. Browse the galleries\, and shop in the Museum Shop\, which features beautiful hand-crafted\, locally-sourced items\, children’s toys\, and an impressive selection of books.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/kid-free-friday-at-james-madisons-montpelier/2023-07-28/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitorangevirginia.com/wp-content/uploads/JMMontpelier.Constitution-Day.2021-e1662472818499.jpg
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CREATED:20230717T140500Z
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UID:10003534-1689930000-1689955200@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Kid Free Friday at James Madison's Montpelier
DESCRIPTION:As you’ve settled into summer\, gather your family and friends and visit Montpelier. Fridays between June 2 and August 25\, all kids ages 17 and under visiting with a paying family adult get free admission to the House. The free tours make for an affordable and enriching summer experience available to all visitors. Tours also include entry into our exhibition The Mere Distinction of Colour\, located in the cellars and in the South Yard. \nBring your walking shoes and hike our 8+ miles of trails that wind through old-growth forests\, horse pastures\, and meadows. Stop by the archaeology lab to see and learn about the fascinating artifacts uncovered by our staff and participants in our public archaeology programs. Visit Mr. Madison’s Temple\, the Madison Family Cemetery\, and the Montpelier Burial Ground. At the David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center an assortment of salads\, chips\, candy\, other snacks\, and cold drinks are available for purchase. Browse the galleries\, and shop in the Museum Shop\, which features beautiful hand-crafted\, locally-sourced items\, children’s toys\, and an impressive selection of books.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/kid-free-friday-at-james-madisons-montpelier/2023-07-21/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitorangevirginia.com/wp-content/uploads/JMMontpelier.Constitution-Day.2021-e1662472818499.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230619T140000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20230518T143828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T201241Z
UID:10003496-1687168800-1687183200@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth 2023: Celebrating Stories of Freedom
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Juneteenth celebration\, Juneteenth 2023: Celebrating Stories of Freedom\, will focus on sharing freedom stories in exciting\, multivocal ways\, through music\, art\, history\, foodways\, and storytelling. It will include a series of virtual programs and in person events.\nJoin OCAAHS\, The Montpelier Foundation\, Montpelier Descendants Committee\, and Arts Center in Orange for TWO in person Celebrations!\nSaturday\, June 17\, 2023 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Montpelier.\n-Live Music and Storytelling Performances\n-Libation Ceremony at Montpelier Burial Ground\n-Specialty Tours\n-Food Trucks\n-Hands on Activities for Kids\n-Vendors\n-Community Information Tables\n-Portrait Painting Exhibition\n\nMonday\, June 19\, 2023 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at Church Street Park (corner of Chapman and Church Streets) in Downtown Orange.\n-Live Music and Storytelling Performances\n-Food Trucks\n-Community Information Tables\nBoth events are FREE and open to the public!
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/juneteenth-2023-celebrating-stories-of-freedom/2023-06-19/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230617T140000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20230518T143828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T201241Z
UID:10003495-1686996000-1687010400@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Juneteenth 2023: Celebrating Stories of Freedom
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Juneteenth celebration\, Juneteenth 2023: Celebrating Stories of Freedom\, will focus on sharing freedom stories in exciting\, multivocal ways\, through music\, art\, history\, foodways\, and storytelling. It will include a series of virtual programs and in person events.\nJoin OCAAHS\, The Montpelier Foundation\, Montpelier Descendants Committee\, and Arts Center in Orange for TWO in person Celebrations!\nSaturday\, June 17\, 2023 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Montpelier.\n-Live Music and Storytelling Performances\n-Libation Ceremony at Montpelier Burial Ground\n-Specialty Tours\n-Food Trucks\n-Hands on Activities for Kids\n-Vendors\n-Community Information Tables\n-Portrait Painting Exhibition\n\nMonday\, June 19\, 2023 from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at Church Street Park (corner of Chapman and Church Streets) in Downtown Orange.\n-Live Music and Storytelling Performances\n-Food Trucks\n-Community Information Tables\nBoth events are FREE and open to the public!
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/juneteenth-2023-celebrating-stories-of-freedom/2023-06-17/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20220906T134945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T134945Z
UID:10003255-1663405200-1663430400@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Constitution Day at James Madison Montpelier!
DESCRIPTION:September 1 – 30\, 2022\n\n\n\nJoin us as we celebrate Constitution Day all month!\n\nWe will be celebrating the U.S. Constitution all month\nCommitted to Constitutional education and engagement\, Montpelier is expanding its annual Constitution Day commemoration to host a series of in-person and virtual events all month. These events will highlight the US Constitution\, the life of James Madison\, and the contributions of the enslaved community. Join us on Saturday\, September 17 for specialty tours\, activity booths\, and speaker panels. A local food truck will also be serving up delicious meals. Tune in to other events throughout the month\, including specialty tours on the Constitution and Bill of Rights offered each Saturday. For those seeking to participate from the comfort of home\, we are offering a series of virtual panels each week featuring scholars\, community organizers\, and descendants of the enslaved community. \n\nYou must purchase a property pass to access the grounds (Orange County residents are free of charge!). We encourage you to purchase your pass before your visit.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/constitution-day-at-james-madison-montpelier/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220320T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220320T143000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20220304T134641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T134641Z
UID:10002011-1647783000-1647786600@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Bill of Rights Tour
DESCRIPTION:March 19th & 20th\, 10:30 AM & 1:30 PM\nThis outdoor walking tour explores James Madison’s primary role as “Architect” of the Bill of Rights.\nThe tour is FREE with the purchase of a Highlights tour or Property Pass!\nLearn more at https://www.montpelier.org/events/billrightstour
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/bill-of-rights-tour/2022-03-20/2/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220320T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220320T233000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20220304T134641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T134641Z
UID:10002010-1647772200-1647819000@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Bill of Rights Tour
DESCRIPTION:March 19th & 20th\, 10:30 AM & 1:30 PM\nThis outdoor walking tour explores James Madison’s primary role as “Architect” of the Bill of Rights.\nThe tour is FREE with the purchase of a Highlights tour or Property Pass!\nLearn more at https://www.montpelier.org/events/billrightstour
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/bill-of-rights-tour/2022-03-20/1/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T143000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20220304T135335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T135335Z
UID:10002012-1647696600-1647700200@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Archaeology Walking Tour: Cemetery Tour
DESCRIPTION:$25/ADULTS\, $13/CHILDREN\, FREE CHILDREN UNDER 6 \nArchaeological excavations have revealed more information about the three generations of the Madison family\, the enslaved community\, and James Madison himself. How did James Madison want to be remembered? Were his wishes respected? How do we remember him today? Join Montpelier’s Director of Archaeology and Landscape Restoration\, Dr. Matthew Reeves to explore these questions on a tour of the Madison family cemetery.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/archaeology-walking-tour-cemetery-tour/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T143000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20220304T134641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T134641Z
UID:10002009-1647696600-1647700200@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Bill of Rights Tour
DESCRIPTION:March 19th & 20th\, 10:30 AM & 1:30 PM\nThis outdoor walking tour explores James Madison’s primary role as “Architect” of the Bill of Rights.\nThe tour is FREE with the purchase of a Highlights tour or Property Pass!\nLearn more at https://www.montpelier.org/events/billrightstour
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/bill-of-rights-tour/2022-03-19/2/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitorangevirginia.com/wp-content/uploads/insta_BillRightsTour-e1646401461981.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220319T233000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20220304T134641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T134641Z
UID:10002008-1647685800-1647732600@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Bill of Rights Tour
DESCRIPTION:March 19th & 20th\, 10:30 AM & 1:30 PM\nThis outdoor walking tour explores James Madison’s primary role as “Architect” of the Bill of Rights.\nThe tour is FREE with the purchase of a Highlights tour or Property Pass!\nLearn more at https://www.montpelier.org/events/billrightstour
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/bill-of-rights-tour/2022-03-19/1/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://visitorangevirginia.com/wp-content/uploads/insta_BillRightsTour-e1646401461981.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220317T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220317T200000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20220304T133147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T133147Z
UID:10002005-1647543600-1647547200@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Clues to the Cottage: How the Montpelier Team Unraveled One Building's Story
DESCRIPTION:Join a panel of archaeologists\, historic preservationists\, and researchers to discover the stories of the Madison planter’s cottage. Once occupied by a young James Madison with his parents and siblings\, this building eventually served as a kitchen and home for enslaved cooks. Exploring how this structure (and the surrounding landscape) changed over time\, the panelists will demonstrate how interdisciplinary\, collaborative investigation is essential in understanding a fuller\, more accurate account of the past.\n\nFree! Register now and we’ll send you a link to participate. If you can’t tune in when it’s live\, you can watch it any time afterward!\nLearn more about our panel and the event at https://www.montpelier.org/…/virtual-panel-planter-cottage
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/clues-to-the-cottage-how-the-montpelier-team-unraveled-one-buildings-story/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220316T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220316T120000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20220304T131656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T131656Z
UID:10002210-1647428400-1647432000@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Virtual 271st Anniversary of James Madison's Birth
DESCRIPTION:Commemorate the 271st anniversary of the birth of James Madison with Facebook live of the Presidential wreath-laying by the U.S. Marine Corps.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/virtual-271st-anniversary-of-james-madisons-birth/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220315T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220315T200000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20220304T132841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T132841Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Book Talk: Kim Wehle
DESCRIPTION:Kim Wehle has a true gift of breaking down material into easily understood pieces and taking the mystery out of processes that may confuse or intimidate people without a legal background. HOW TO THINK LIKE A LAWYER is for someone buying or selling a home\, creating a will or healthcare proxy\, negotiating a divorce\, having to make health care decisions for an aging parent\, contemplating a career change—or really anyone looking to cut through the confusion and feel empowered in every aspect of their life.\nRegister now and we’ll send you a link to participate. If you can’t tune in when it’s live\, you can watch it any time afterward!\n\nFree! Learn more at https://www.montpelier.org/events/book-talk-kimwehle
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/virtual-book-talk-kim-wehle/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220314T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220314T200000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20220304T132302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T132302Z
UID:10002211-1647284400-1647288000@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Interview: U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger
DESCRIPTION:Rep. Abigail Spanberger\, U.S. representative from Virginia’s 7th congressional district\, joins Montpelier President and CEO\, Roy Young for a virtual interview.\nIn addition to discussing why it is important for people to be responsibly and actively engaged in democracy\, how understanding the past is important in being an informed participant in democracy\, and other elements of civic engagement\, the two will talk about upcoming programming at Montpelier that is dedicated to trying to better understand Madison and the contradictions of his legacy.\nRegister now and we’ll send you a link to participate. If you can’t tune in when it’s live\, you can watch it any time afterward!\nFree! Learn more at https://www.montpelier.org/events/spanberger_interview
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/virtual-interview-u-s-rep-abigail-spanberger/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220114T150000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20211216T191539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211216T191539Z
UID:10002178-1641200400-1642172400@visitorangevirginia.com
SUMMARY:Montpelier Closed for Annual Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Every historic home needs a little TLC. James Madison’s Montpelier house and grounds will be closed from January 3-14\, 2022\, for annual maintenance. They look forward to welcoming you back on January 15!
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/montpelier-closed-for-annual-restoration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211126T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220102T150000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20201123T172340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T181243Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Food Drive for Love Outreach Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:James Madison’s Montpelier is accepting donations to support the Orange County Love Outreach Food Pantry as they serve a community of families and individuals in need of assistance. The numbers are rising monthly and your donation\, particularly during this holiday season\, will be greatly appreciated. \nWe are also accepting monetary donations— please add to our contribution box in the Museum Shop. \n\nAccepting Donations Thursdays-Mondays\, 9 AM – 3 PM\nPlease bring items to the David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center\nThank you for helping give back to the community.  Montpelier wishes you and your families a happy and safe holiday season.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/holiday-food-drive-for-love-outreach-food-pantry/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T153000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20210908T183029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T183030Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Constitution Day at James Madison's Montpelier
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the anniversary of the U.S. Constitution with family and friends on the historic grounds of James Madison’s Montpelier: house tours\, garden and archaeology tours\, a food truck\, live music\, Mr. Madison onsite\, a sale in the Museum Shop\, and more!\nGuided house tours are offered between 9:30 AM and 2 PM. Enjoy the music of Calvin Earl (11 AM) and Boxed Lunch (1 PM). Barbara’s Soul Food on Wheels will be serving lunch. Mr. Madison will be speaking throughout the day. 1st Regiment of Dragoons Revolutionary War will be holding demonstrations.\nSpecial thanks to Skydive Orange for sponsoring this event! \nYou must purchase a property pass to access the grounds (Orange County residents are free of charge!). We encourage you to purchase your pass before your visit.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/celebrate-constitution-day-at-james-madisons-montpelier-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210812T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210812T170000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20210805T193116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210805T193117Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Home Farm at James Madison's Montpelier
DESCRIPTION:This tour will lead visitors through the Home Farm area\, from Tobacco Barn to Field Quarters to Blacksmith shop and finishing at the Overseer’s House Site. This is part of the Exploring the Constitutional Landscape series of tours led by Montpelier Archaeologists about different areas of the Montpelier landscape that tell the stories of how the Constitution has affected the lives of different people from the 18th century through the modern day\, told through the lens of archaeological discovery on Montpelier’s landscape.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/exploring-the-home-farm-at-james-madisons-montpelier/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210619T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210619T150000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20210301T211911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210701T160441Z
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth 2021 at James Madison's Montpelier
DESCRIPTION:Annual Cultural Festival To Celebrate The African American Community\nMontpelier will be offering free Enslaved Community walking tours with Dr. Mary Furlong-Minkoff\, Montpelier’s Curator of Archaeological Collections. The award-winning exhibition The Mere Distinction of Colour\, the South Yard structures\, and the Gilmore Cabin will be open and staffed. \nThe walking tours and exhibitions are available to all non-Orange County visitors with the purchase of a property pass (House access is not included with property pass). \nOrange County residents are admitted free of charge year-round. \nThe 1910 Train Depot will be open for self-guided exploration. \n 
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/juneteenth-2021/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210701
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20210524T185204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210610T140024Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Juneteenth Celebration All Month
DESCRIPTION:Join James Madison’s Montpelier\, the Orange County African American Historical Society and the Arts Center in Orange for Juneteenth 2021 as we virtually honor our ancestors and celebrate African American history\, food\, music\, faith\, family\, and freedom all month long with virtual and live events.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/virtual-juneteenth-celebration-all-month/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20210430T193717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210430T194035Z
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SUMMARY:Madeleine Albright in Conversation with David Rubenstein
DESCRIPTION:The Montpelier Foundation is proud to present the \nDolley Madison Legacy Virtual Presentation \nMadeleine Albright \nKeynote Speaker \nin conversation with \nDavid Rubenstein \nEvolving Women:  \nLeadership in the Nation \n  \n  \n  \nTickets are available for $100 per person and are a tax-deductible donation. \nProceeds from the Dolley Madison Legacy Event will support \nThe Montpelier Foundation’s mission as the center for constitutional education and preservation of the legacy of Dolley and James Madison. \nGet tickets at:  https://18927altru.blackbaudhosting.com/18927altru/Dolley-Madison-Legacy-Event
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/madeleine-albright-in-conversation-with-david-rubenstein/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210507T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20210324T191042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T191141Z
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SUMMARY:National Public Gardens Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Montpelier Horticulturist Allyson Whalley and the Rapidan River Master Gardners in the Annie duPont Formal Garden from 11 AM-4 PM. They will focus on historic herbs\, their uses\, and how to grow them. Discover the language of flowers and make a tussie-mussie bouquet to take home.\n\nComplimentary garden tours will be offered at 11 AM\, 1 PM\, and 3 PM.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/national-public-gardens-day/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210430T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210503T160000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20201007T170833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T185850Z
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SUMMARY:Montpelier Wine & Archaeology Program
DESCRIPTION:James Madison’s Montpelier Excavate side-by-side with Montpelier’s expert archaeology staff through the Piedmont clays that make the region’s archaeology and wine internationally known. The program includes hands-on experiences with wine related artifacts\, special lectures\, behind-the-scenes tours of Montpelier\, Barboursville Vineyard\, and all meals and tastings. Participants will also receive VIP tickets to the Orange Uncorked Wine Festival! \nTickets\n18927altru.blackbaudhosting.com/18927altru/2020-Wine–Archaeology
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/wine-archaeology-program/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20210314T014500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210314T023803Z
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SUMMARY:Montpelier Spring Woods Walk
DESCRIPTION:Montpelier’s Horticulture team and the Virginia Master Naturalists will guide us virtually through the Landmark Forest looking for spring’s fleeting flowering plants. We will search the forest floor for orchids\, bloodroot\, toothwort\, and Dutchman’s breeches. April is the best month to see these native beauties. \nSpace is limited. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/montpelier-spring-woods-walk/
LOCATION:James Madison’s Montpelier\, 11350 Constitution Hwy\, Montpelier Station\, 22957
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210327T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210327T153000
DTSTAMP:20260622T041301
CREATED:20210301T213305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T213305Z
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SUMMARY:Woods Walk: Exploring Montpelier's Hidden Sites
DESCRIPTION:Join Dr. Matthew Reeves\, Montpelier’s Director of Archaeology & Landscape Restoration\, on a tour of Montpelier’s woods to learn about the hidden plantation landscape under the tree canopy. Dr. Reeves will discuss how Montpelier is exploring the hidden agricultural sites and slave quarters that are being discovered through metal detector surveys\, archaeological excavations\, ancient witness trees\, and LiDAR imagery.
URL:https://visitorangevirginia.com/event/woods-walk-exploring-montpeliers-hidden-sites/
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