It's almost time to deck the halls, and Monticello Shop has released their 2023 collectible Monticello Ornament. 🎄 Get yours and shop more historical holiday decor here: bit.ly/3szTQhh | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello

This month, our Restoration team began an important project: repainting some of Monticello’s major exterior architectural elements. 🎨 From the entablature and balustrade to the dome plinths and portico pediments, each detail is receiving careful attention to protect the house from the elements and preserve its historic character. The last full exterior painting took place more than a decade ago. This season’s work helps ensure Monticello remains strong and vibrant as we prepare to mark America’

8.7K views · 207 reactions | This is Monticello, Thomas Jefferson’s historic home and plantation in Charlottesville, Virginia. Visit the historic mountaintop to explore the house, gardens, and learn more about everyone, enslaved and free, who lived and labored at Monticello. Start exploring now at www.monticello.org/visit. | Thomas Jefferson's Monticello | Facebook