Guests can meet Thomas Jefferson (as portrayed by veteran historical actor-interpreter Bill Barker) in person, most Tuesdays through Saturdays during regularly scheduled hours.
Widely recognized as the foremost interpreter of our nation's third President, Barker appears as Jefferson in regularly-scheduled programming, meeting with guests, answering questions, and bringing a deep and nuanced portrayal of the man who wrote "all men are created equal" and who helped found the United States of America.
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| Included with admission |
Before March 12
Tuesday - Saturday, 11am, noon, 2pm, and 3pm.
After March 12
Tuesday - Saturday, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm
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Tuesday - Saturday, 11am, noon, 2pm, and 3pm.
Tuesday - Saturday, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm
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Note: This program will not be available on:
Nov 9 and Dec 6
On occasion, scheduled appearances are cancelled due to other programming. To confirm appearances and the schedule for a particular day, please call the Monticello Ticket Office at (434) 984-9800 or inquire when you arrive.
Meet Thomas Jefferson Locations
March 12 through Early Fall: West Lawn on the Mountaintop
Late Fall/Winter: Theater at Monticello's visitor center
View a map of Monticello for visitors
Program Duration: 20 - 30 Minutes
Please no pictures or video during the program.
Monticello Livestreams
Join us for periodic livestreams from Monticello, often featuring Thomas Jefferson (as portrayed by veteran 1st-person interpreter Bill Barker). Watch on our Facebook Live and YouTube channels or at monticello.org/live.