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Visit the home of James Monroe, fifth president of the United States, and learn about his life, legacy, and enslaved workers. Explore the architecture, landscape, and exhibits of Highland, and enjoy the annual events and programs.
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The estate that is called Highland has changed size, shape, configuration, and even name as it has changed owners over the years. The footprint of the remaining house has likewise grown and changed. As recent archaeological work has shown, many of these changes have not always been clearly recorded or widely known! In brief, the story goes like thi...
What made archaeologists start digging, and what did they discover? Sometimes, a fresh look at an old problem reveals the whole story. Highland’s administration changed in 2012, which prompted the Highland team to re-examine the site. This re-examination yielded clues that called into question the inherited story of the small white house said to be...
What clues did the research team use to determine that the guesthouse was a separate structure? In addition to excavation, researchers relied on two major sources of evidence: architectural clues and documentary evidence. Several architectural clues indicated that the guesthouse was never attached to the 1799 home, but was built as a freestanding u...
How does this new research add to Highland’s story? In correcting the century-long misinterpretation of the 1818 Presidential Guesthouse, we gain a clearer picture of the architectural changes that have happened at Highland over time. In addition the documentary evidence reveals precious facts about the identities of enslaved craftsmen Peter Malorr...
Highland was the plantation and home of fifth president James Monroe from 1799 to 1826. Learn about the site's history, architecture, archaeology, and the lives of enslaved people who worked there.
Highland, formerly Ash Lawn–Highland, located near Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, and adjacent to Thomas Jefferson's Monticello, was the estate of James Monroe, a Founding Father and fifth president of the United States. Purchased in 1793, Monroe and his family permanently settled on the property in 1799 and lived at Highland for ...
William & Mary’s Highland is a historic site located outside of Charlottesville, Virginia. It is notable as the home of W&M alumnus and 5th U.S. President (1817-1825) James Monroe, and the site tells the stories of people and events reflecting significant years in the development of the United States. Highland — along with the Omohundro ...
James Monroe's Highland. 966 reviews. #6 of 90 things to do in Charlottesville. Historic Sites. Closed now. 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Write a review. About. Part of William & Mary, this historic site is the home of James Monroe, fifth president of the United States.
Highland, the home of James Monroe, fifth president of the United States, is adjacent to Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello in Charlottesville, Virginia. Purchased.
