Monticello, The Home of Thomas Jefferson

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Monticello West view Front, Thomas Jefferson House Construction began in 1769 according to Thomas Jefferson's first design, which was completed (except for porticoes and decorative interior woodwork) when he left for Europe in 1784. Work on a new design for remodeling and enlarging the house began in 1796 and was complete by 1809.

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Blue Ridge Mountains
A lone armchair offers a secluded haven from which to look out on the Blue Ridge Mountains, easily seen from Charlottesville, Virginia. Corbis
Charlottesville Pond
A small wood bridge remains the only evidence of visitation near a remote pond in Charlottesville, Virginia. Alamy
University Rotunda
A statue of founder Thomas Jefferson is posted in front of The University of Virginia's Rotunda in Charlottesville. Alamy
James Monroe's Farm
The vibrant red Drive and Farm Building stands alone at Ash Lawn-Highland, James Monroe's farm, in Charlottesville, Virginia. Corbis
Monticello
When in Charlottesville, Virginia, be sure to visit Thomas Jefferson's beautiful home estate of Monticello. Alamy
Tubing on the James River
Tubing on / down the James River water relaxation, friends, cooler, Come float the historic James River with the Premier Outfitter and create dreams you will always remember and share with family and friends. Relax on the bank of the James River while our professional staff readies your equipment for your pleasure. Have the time of your life spending that relaxing day on the wild and scenic James River that courses through the wooded foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Visit Charlottesville
Monticello, The Home of Thomas Jefferson
Monticello West view Front, Thomas Jefferson House Construction began in 1769 according to Thomas Jefferson's first design, which was completed (except for porticoes and decorative interior woodwork) when he left for Europe in 1784. Work on a new design for remodeling and enlarging the house began in 1796 and was complete by 1809. Visit Charlottesville
Sugar Hollow
Hike to peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains near Charlottesville, VA Nature, mountains, hills, Sugar Hallow Visit Charlottesville
Monticello Wine Trail Festival
A winery on the Monticello Wine Trail Stone Mountain Vineyards 1376 Wyatt Mountain Road, Dyke VA 22935 434.990.WINE www.stonemountainvineyards.com Located at 1,700 feet in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Stone Mountain Vineyards is one of Virginia?s finest boutique wineries. Working in small lots, alongside Virginia winemaking pioneer Gabriele Rausse, Winemaker Chris Breiner is able to craft Italian styled wines of elegance that express the uniqueness of the rocky hillside vineyards. Producing award winning Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Pinot Grigio as well as proprietary blends such as Bacon Hollow Revenuers? Select, Stone Mountain has become a leader in Virginia wine. Stone Mountain Vineyards
John Paul Jones Arena
A concert at the John Paul Jones Arena, University of Virginia Charlottesville, VA Virginia http://www.johnpauljonesarena.com/index.asp The name of the new 16,000 seat arena at the University of Virginia has people wondering. Where did that name come from? Is it named after the Revolutionary War Hero? Did the Led Zeppelin Bassist have ties to Charlottesville? Neither. The new state of the art facility is recognition and a thank you from a son to his father. Paul Tudor Jones II, a 1976 U. Va. graduate, made an extraordinary $35 million commitment to the University of Virginias newest arena and was granted his naming request to honor his father, John Paul Jones. John Paul Jones Arena
The Southern is located at 103 South 1st St. on the Downtown mall, Charlottesville, VA 22902 (434)-977-5590 cafe and music hall Rich Tarbell, The Southern