James Madison's Montpelier

Montpelier was the Virginia estate of James Madison, the fourth U.S. President and "Father of the Constitution." Located near Orange, Virginia, the estate features a historic mansion built in the late 1700s, surrounded by gardens, farmland, and a scenic landscape. Madison designed the house himself, and it reflects the architectural style of the period. Today, Montpelier serves as a museum and educational site dedicated to Madison’s life, the founding of the United States, and the history of slavery and race relations. It offers visitors insight into Madison’s personal life, his contributions to the nation, and the complex history of the era.