In the summer of 1774 Jefferson retreated to Monticello and wrote a secret plea meant to avert disputes with the British — a ...

When British forces under Benedict Arnold sailed up the James River to invade Virginia, Thomas Jefferson, then Governor, hesitated and then fled. Years later he returned to power and became president.

The initiative outlines how Monticello will work toward its goals of creating space for learning, history, and connection.

History buffs will love discovering this fairytale town, tucked in the mountains, that showcases unique hunting clubs and ...

Three first-year students recently took the Thomas Jefferson Foundation up on its offer. Here are their stories.

Thomas Jefferson owned more than 600 slaves over the course of his life resulting in a more complete picture of the third ...

It’s a well-known story. In April of 1775, an American patriot receives intelligence communicated by lantern light and travels on horseback from Charlestown to Lexington, Massachusetts, to warn his ...

Even as late as the 20th century, Thomas Jefferson wasn’t known as a self-trained architect. Most of his known buildings were ...

Jefferson's tale of an encounter with a stranger sparked a saying that became pretty popular in the 19th century.