Excursions & Tours from 2009 Reunion

James Madison’s Montpelier and Barboursville Vineyards Excursion

Begin the reunion with a full-day exploration of two of Central Virginia’s treasured sites. First, we’ll head to the Montpelier estate, home of the nation’s fourth president. Montpelier’s five-year archaeological restoration has just been completed. Tour the mansion and view the galleries and museum exhibits in the new visitors’ center. We will then proceed eight miles to Barboursville Vineyards. After enjoying a gourmet boxed lunch on site, we will tour the winery and taste a wide variety of Barboursville’s highly acclaimed wines. We’ll have time to shop for wine and stroll the premises, which include the ruins of the Jefferson-designed home of former Virginia Gov. James Barbour. An additional fee is required for this event.

Thomas Jefferson Society Tennis Outing

Enjoy some recreation on the tennis court. Sign up to play in either women’s doubles, men’s doubles or mixed doubles matches. All skill levels are invited to join the fun. Tennis balls will be provided. Don’t forget your racquet!

Thomas Jefferson Society vs. Class of 1959 Golf Challenge

Kick off the reunion the best way possible—on the links! Members of the Thomas Jefferson Society have challenged the Class of 1959 to a golf tournament. Don’t pass up the chance to play at Birdwood, the University’s championship course. The winners will be announced at the welcome dinner on Monday evening. An additional fee is required for this event.

Thomas Jefferson Visitor Center and Self-Guided Private Tour of Monticello

Experience the new Thomas Jefferson Visitor Center and Smith Education Center, including four innovative exhibitions and the new introductory film, Thomas Jefferson’s World, which highlights Jefferson’s accomplishments, his ideas, and the landscapes of Monticello. Walk-through tours of Jefferson’s home also will be available, with guides stationed in each room so that you may ask questions and tour the house at your leisure. Each year, more than half a million people from around the globe visit Monticello, the only home in America on the United Nations’ list of World Heritage sites.