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Springtime and the gardens at Monticello

red tulips We all know about Thomas Jefferson and his role in the founding of our country. Some of us are also aware of his reputation as the true renaissance man: statesman, inventor, author, but we don't always think about his interest in gardening and plants.

In addition to being a destination to learn about history and architecture, Monticello is also a destination for gardeners. The cost of a general admission ticket includes tours of the house, as well as guided tours of the restored flower and vegetable gardens which resume in April and run through the end of October.

There are special wildflower walks held on April 5, 12, and 19. This is a hike from Monticello to the Rivanna River and lasts about 3 hours. You should be prepared for a strenuous hike some of which is uphill. Each of the days there are sessions beginning at 8:30 and 9:30. Reservations are required; the number to call is 434 984-9822.

During Historic Garden Week, April 19-27 there will be several special events at Monticello. These include the above mentioned garden tours and wildflower walks, a lecture on Thomas Jefferson, Gardener, a presentation of Monticello's Center for Historic Plants, and a vegetable garden workshop. Information on the events at Monticello as well as other Historic Garden Week events may be found at www.vagardenweek.org

If you are planning a trip to Charlottesville, Virginia or Albemarle County this is the perfect time to come; or if you are already a resident it's a great time to pay a return visit to Monticello.

Pam Dent
Charlottesville, Virginia
www.JumpintoGreenerPastures.com

Posted by Pam Dent -Charlottesville, Albemarle,VA horse farms, residential, country homes on 04/08/2008 05:39 AM

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12 Comments on Springtime and the gardens at Monticello

I have been wanting to visit Monticello, and this event seems like a perfect one for me. I wish that I could attend. Well, maybe next year. I hope that residents of the region realize how lucky they are.

04/08/2008 06:04 AM

by Frank Schulte-Ladbeck (Frank Schulte-Ladbeck Professional Real Estate Inspections)

Pam, Monticello a great place to visit and don't forget to stop by Miche Tavern on the way for an authentic Colonial dinner. Thanks for the reminder we need to go back again.

Good Post!

04/08/2008 08:25 AM

by Michael Setunsky (Michael's Commercial LLC)

Frank - Sometimes we are guilty of not taking advantage of all the wonderful things that our region has to offer. I hope you get the opportunity to visit Monticello soon.

04/08/2008 03:25 PM

by Pam Dent -Charlottesville, Albemarle,VA horse farms, residential, country homes (Real Estate III)

Michael - You are right. Lunch at Michie Tavern is the perfect accompaniment to a day of touring Monticello.

04/08/2008 03:27 PM

by Pam Dent -Charlottesville, Albemarle,VA horse farms, residential, country homes (Real Estate III)

Pam,

Another great stop on my way home to Lake Monticello! Thanks for your contribution to VA-Rain! I look forward to reading more from you!

04/12/2008 07:07 AM

by Zach Dahl Virginia Home Loans (Ameritime Mortgage Company, LLC.)

Thanks for your comment Zach. I live close to all these historic places and don't visit them nearly enough.

04/13/2008 08:26 AM

by Pam Dent -Charlottesville, Albemarle,VA horse farms, residential, country homes (Real Estate III)

welcome to Active Rain Pam, I am also a fellow Virginian (now transplanted in Miami). I grew up in Fairfax and went to school at University of Richmond. Boy looking at your lovely pictures sure takes me back!

04/14/2008 04:52 AM

by Janie Coffey, GRI - Equestrian Real Estate (Janie Coffey and Papillon Real Estate, LLC)

Thank you Jane. Virginia horse country is a very special place. Did you ever come to Charlottesville for the races or the horse shows?

04/14/2008 09:10 PM

by Pam Dent -Charlottesville, Albemarle,VA horse farms, residential, country homes (Real Estate III)

Pam: I've never been to Monticello, but would like to get there before the end of Spring. Can't wait to see it.

04/24/2008 11:29 AM

by Chris Ann Cleland, GRI (Long & Foster)

Hi Chris. I hope you get there and although it is worth the visit in any season, springtime is the best.

04/24/2008 09:23 PM

by Pam Dent -Charlottesville, Albemarle,VA horse farms, residential, country homes (Real Estate III)

Pam, I have visited there before and I really injoyed it. It is very nice, and I do like history. You live in a wonderfull area---Bart

04/25/2008 09:53 AM

by BART WHITMORE REAL ESTATE CONSULTANT (THE REALTY MARKETPLACE)

Thanks Bart. I feel very lucky to be able to live here.

04/25/2008 09:36 PM

by Pam Dent -Charlottesville, Albemarle,VA horse farms, residential, country homes (Real Estate III)

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