In the mystery of its creation, its singular beauty, and the awe-inspiring
height of its towering arch, the Natural Bridge became a part of mythmaking—the creation of an American foundational lore
Thomas Jefferson’s Letter Rack
David Esterly carves our past.
Monticello
Monticello A lot has been happening recently at Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello near Charlottesville, Virginia, making a visit more worth while than ever. For starters, based on extensive archaeological and documentary evidence, the upper chamber of the South Pavilion has been newly furnished to reflect its many purposes as a bed and sitting room when Jefferson brought his bride to Monticello …
The American Campeche chair
Invented in ancient Rome, the Campeche chair was a favorite of Thomas Jefferson during the American neoclassical period and still serves as a symbol of political power