James Madison’s Montpelier

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 […]

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. Complimentary garden tours will be offered at 11 […]

The Montpelier Foundation is proud to present the Dolley Madison Legacy Virtual Presentation Madeleine Albright Keynote Speaker in conversation with David Rubenstein Evolving Women:  Leadership in the Nation       Tickets are available for $100 per person and are a tax-deductible donation. Proceeds from the Dolley Madison Legacy Event will support The Montpelier Foundation's mission as the […]

Annual Cultural Festival To Celebrate The African American Community Montpelier 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. The walking tours and exhibitions are available to […]