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Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest

1776 Poplar Forest Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24502, USA
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(434) 525-1806
Hours:
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Just a short ten-minute drive to the west of Lynchburg, Poplar Forest is Thomas Jefferson’s secluded retreat, now a National Historic Landmark. A mature and innovative architectural masterpiece, Jefferson designed the octagonal house at Poplar Forest during his second term as President of the United States. Jefferson sojourned to Poplar Forest between the ages of 66-80 to rekindle his creativity, spend time with his grandchildren and escape the crowds at Monticello. Currently undergoing award-winning preservation, restoration and archaeology, Poplar Forest offers tours and special events. Group tours year-round, by appointment, or tour online to get a sense of why you should visit.

1776 Poplar Forest Drive, Lynchburg, VA 24502, USA
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4.7
Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest
Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest
4.7
Tony Baker
Tony Baker
11:54 18 Jun 18
Beautiful area with fantastic history. Guides here are very knowledgeable of the area. My wife and I enjoyed our time on the property
Heath Sabin
Heath Sabin
12:04 20 May 18
My wife and I took a day trip to visit Poplar Forest. We did not know anything about it, and had an absolutely wonderful time. Staff was knowledgeable. The site is in the process of being restored and you can see and hear about the progress being made. Highly recommend the trip. Never knew it was Thomas Jefferson's private retreat.
Viki Gossen
Viki Gossen
03:02 19 May 18
I visit this home a few times a year for tours, to see theatre, or to go to a festival. Always pleasant and interesting. The specialized tours are led by such experts that are doing the renovation or archeological studies etc. Go while you can still drive in on the gravel road! It's not original to the property but I enjoy the woods and driving up right in front of the home. It is time for the new entrance but one day we'll say we remember when the entrance was a one lane gravel road.
Don Smith
Don Smith
22:00 15 May 18
Many do not know of Thomas Jefferson's hideaway - Poplar Forest - near Lynchburg, Virginia. Jefferson designed, oversaw construction (in addition to being President) of the first octagon home in America. Like all of his other brilliant architecture and inventions, this home is a must see accompaniment to Monticello. Tour (excellent) about 1 hour + own additional exploration. Cost: Adults $16, Seniors $14.A MUST SEE!
Jon Garner
Jon Garner
22:55 22 Apr 18
We have visited Poplar Forest several times. It is a wonderful place. The house always has a newly added restored feature. It is a work in progress. The tours are smaller and more personal than Monticello.
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