Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest

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4.7

Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest

4.7

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

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

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

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

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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Just a 10-minute drive west of Lynchburg, Poplar Forest is Thomas Jefferson’s secluded retreat and a National Historic Landmark. Jefferson designed the distinctive octagonal house during his presidency and later used it as a place for rest and creativity. Today, it offers tours and special events while preservation and archaeological work continues.

Address

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 – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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