Enjoy a fascinating, historic tour for up to 6 people at the home of our 5th president, James Monroe.  

Experience Highland, the official residence of fifth President James Monroe and his wife, Elizabeth Kortright Monroe, from 1799 to 1823.Join us for our newly revamped house tour, lasting approximately 40 minutes, as we explore the fascinating life of the tireless public servant who fought and bled in the American Revolution, successfully negotiated the Louisiana Purchase, worked behind the scenes to push the Missouri Compromise through Congress, secured our nation’s borders, and issued our first hemisphere-wide foreign policy statement: the Monroe Doctrine. The tour also showcases an outstanding collection of 18th and early nineteenth-century furnishings, including many original to the Monroe family. Expect to spend one-and-a-half to two hours touring the house, exploring the self-guided outbuildings, and enjoying the gardens and grounds.

Highland, is a popular destination for early American enthusiasts and is located in beautiful Charlottesville, VA, approximately 3 hours from Eldersburg. While rich in early American history, the area is also home to more than 100 independently owned restaurants, a vibrant music and arts scene, hiking trails with sweeping vistas, one of the longest pedestrian walking malls in the United States, and an abundance of award-winning vineyards, breweries, and cideries.

Make the most of your stay. Find suggested itineraries and assistance with booking accommodations at the Visit Charlottesville website.

www.highland.org