Discover the unexpected Thomas Jefferson at Poplar Forest, his private retreat, situated far from public scrutiny and the demands on his time. Jefferson sojourned to Poplar Forest, his most personal architectural creation and landscape, between the ages of 66-80 to find rest and leisure, rekindle his creativity and spend time with his grandchildren. Award-winning restoration and archaeology are in-progress.

Jefferson’s retreat is open for tours:
Apr.–Nov., 10am-4pm.
Closed Tuesdays and Thanksgiving Day.

Located in Bedford County, near Lynchburg

Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest
1008 Poplar Forest Drive
Forest, VA 24551.

434-525-1806

www.poplarforest.org