Montpelier

Montpelier is the lifelong home of James Madison, Father of the Constitution, Architect of the Bill of Rights, and fourth President of the United States. As a monument to James Madison and the Enslaved Community, a museum of American history, and a center for constitutional education, Montpelier engages the public with the enduring legacy of Madison’s most powerful idea: government by the people. The 2,650-acre property includes a plantation house, a museum, and archaeological sites, offering a glimpse into 18th-century life and the history of the Madison family and the enslaved community. Visitors can explore the restored mansion, the slave quarters, and the exhibition 'The Mere Distinction of Colour', which tells the story of African-American life at the plantation