As we commemorate Thomas Jefferson’s role in the founding of the United States at its 250th anniversary, it is worth noting ...

As America marks 250 years since the Declaration, Jefferson’s words have taken on an aura of moral clarity about equality, ...

Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello is seeking to “Embrace the Climb” with a 10-year strategic plan that has been two years in the making.

In the summer of 1774 Jefferson retreated to Monticello and wrote a secret plea meant to avert disputes with the British — a ...

Thomas Jefferson (1743–1826) was a founding father, the primary author of the Declaration of Independence, the nation’s first ...

Presidents have hobbies, too. For one former U.S. president, gardening was such a passion that he began cultivating one of ...

SHERIDAN — Trail End State Historic Site has been nominated by USA Today as one of the Best Historic Holiday Home Tours in ...

Three first-year students recently took the Thomas Jefferson Foundation up on its offer. Here are their stories.

The initiative outlines how Monticello will work toward its goals of creating space for learning, history, and connection.

Jill Lepore A staff writer covering history and politics.

Suzan-Lori Parks' backstage drama follows the making of a play-within-a-play about Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings.