Events
- April 1, 2010
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Poplar Forest Opens for the 2010 Season
- April 3, 2010
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Visiting Artist, Gene Villiva
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. In the Museum Shop, visiting artist Gene Villiva of Eugenio, LLC will feature signed copies from the “Thomas Jefferson, Architect” series of medallions. The series depicts Poplar Forest, Monticello, the Rotunda, the Virginia State Capitol, and the newly released Jefferson Memorial. Each medallion is custom designed and executed in metal by master engravers in Germany.
- April 10, 2010
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Book Signing, Jane Baber White
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Author Jane Baber White, Director Emerita of Lynchburg's Old City Cemetery, will sign copies of her new book, "Once Upon a Time...A Cemetery Story" in the Poplar Forest Museum Shop.
- April 14, 2010
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Jefferson's Birthday
11:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
- April 20, 2010
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Virginia Garden Week: Restoring Jefferson’s Poplar Forest Landscape
The house and grounds will be open for tours for Lynchburg Garden Day on Tuesday, April 20th. Special landscape tour led by Jack Gary, Director of Archaeology and Landscapes at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
- April 24, 2010
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Conversations with Thomas Jefferson, featuring Patrick Henry
Join the conversation as President Jefferson hosts fellow patriot Patrick Henry for two performances of historical theater. Tickets on sale now.
- April 24, 2010
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Book Signing, Rob McDonald
Noon to 4:30 p.m. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Photographer Rob McDonald’s latest book, Poplar Forest, is a collection of photographs taken of Thomas Jefferson’s personal retreat and its unique surrounding landscape. Distinctive in every way, Poplar Forest will be published in 300 hand-sewn limited edition copies.
- May 8, 2010
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Point to Point Races, Bedford County Hunt
Bedford County Hunt Hunter Pace and Point-to-Point races. A portion of the proceeds from this event benefit Poplar Forest. For more information, visit www.bedfordcountyhunt.com/ptp or call (540) 297-3419.
- May 8, 2010
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Book Signing, Martin Clagett
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Author Martin Clagett will sign copies of his latest book Scientific Jefferson: Revealed in the Poplar Forest Museum Shop. Published in 2009, Scientific Jefferson: Revealed explores how science shaped Thomas Jefferson's views on politics, religion, economics, and social developments in America.
- May 15, 2010
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Architectural Restoration Talk and Tour
11:00 am and 2:00 p.m. Guided tour of Jefferson's retreat with Director of Architectural Restoration, Travis McDonald. Followed by slide lecture. Free with regular admission charge. Reservations recommended by calling the Museum Shop (434) 534-8120.
- July 4, 2010
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Independence Day Celebration
Come with family and friends to experience Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest come alive with patriotism! Admission is $5.00 for adults, under 16 free.
- October 9, 2010
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Archaeology Open House
Tours at 11:15 a.m., 12:15, 1:15 and 2:15 p.m.
Poplar Forest archaeologists will share their latest discoveries in the field with a guided visit of the archaeology lab. - November 20, 2010
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Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival
11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Celebrate Jefferson’s passion for wine! The festival will feature Virginia wineries, artisans and local food purveyors, musical entertainment and more. Additional details and ticket information coming Summer 2010.
- For Tickets Call
- (434) 534-8120
- For Information Call
- (434) 525-1806
Events are subject to change.