Monticello Celebrates Independence with Ken Burns
July 2025
Join us on July 3rd and 4th for two special events featuring award-winning filmmaker Ken Burns.
Ken Burns Premieres: "The American Revolution"
July 3 -- Join Monticello off the mountain for a special program with award-winning filmmaker, Ken Burns. Guests will enjoy a sneak peek of the forthcoming The American Revolution series, launching in Fall 2025 on PBS, followed by a panel discussion.
July 4 Independence Day Celebration and Naturalization Ceremony
Join us as we mark the 249th anniversary of the country with award-winning filmmaker Ken Burns as our keynote speaker. For over 60 years on July 4th, Monticello's West Lawn transforms into an outdoor courtroom, where dozens of new citizens become Americans.
Documentary Trailer and Naturalization Ceremony Highlights
30-second trailer for The American Revolution.
Hear from past speakers and new citizens in this short compilation video: Previous July 4 Ceremonies at Monticello »