may, 2021
22may11:00 am3:00 pmPoplar Forest - Architectural Restoration Behind the Scenes
Event Details
Explore the architectural design, history and restoration of Thomas Jefferson’s Palladian-style villa on this hour-long, behind-the-scenes tour guided by the architectural historian who has overseen the restoration since it began
Event Details
Explore the architectural design, history and restoration of Thomas Jefferson’s Palladian-style villa on this hour-long, behind-the-scenes tour guided by the architectural historian who has overseen the restoration since it began in 1989. Join Travis McDonald, Poplar Forest’s Director of Architectural Restoration, and discover how the restoration architects, architectural historians and craftsmen are meticulously restoring Jefferson’s vision for the “best dwelling house in the state…”
Tours at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Admission is $20 in advance, $25 at the door; reservations are encouraged as spots on the tour are limited.
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Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 3:00 pm