James Madison’s Montpelier

James Madison’s Montpelier is more than just the home of one of America’s Founding Fathers. It’s a place where we can learn how our Constitution affects our everyday lives. James Madison’s Montpelier is also ongoing archaeological dig that tells us more about 18th century life. It’s a destination for anyone who wants to know more about how the thinking of James Madison changed the world.

What else is Montpelier? Montpelier is a memorial to James Madison and the Enslaved Community. Montpelier is a museum of American history. It is a center for constitutional education.  Via interpretation, research, and civic education, Montpelier engages the public with the enduring legacy of Madison’s most powerful idea: government by the people.

And we the people will not be solely relegated to the past. Accordingly, the staff of Montpelier continually updates, refresh esand introduces new tours and exposures of the man his contemporaries fondly called “Jemmy.” See our latest Exhibit review HERE.

Shop for seasonal gift items, gourmet food and wine, locally sourced pottery, and much more at Montpelier’s Museum Shop, located in the David M. Rubenstein Visitor Center. Don’t miss their huge selection of books hand-picked for the Madison enthusiast.

Once you’re done exploring the museum shop, we recommend checking out some of the hiking trails around the grounds.

View Montpelier’s events and available tours here.