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SUMMARY:Holiday Candlelight Tours
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the advent of the Christmas season with Jeffersonian style on a magical\, candlelight tour of Thomas Jefferson’s private retreat. Tour the president’s cherished hideaway decorated for the holidays\, as was the custom in Jefferson’s time\, on these hour long tours. Explore the villa by candlelight as your guide paints an intimate portrait of the Jefferson family celebration and Christmas in the slave quarter\, sharing true stories and anecdotes gathered from Jefferson’s letters and diaries. Admission is $20 per person. Reservations are required.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/holiday-candlelight-tours/2018-12-01/
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SUMMARY:Holiday Candlelight Tours
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the advent of the Christmas season with Jeffersonian style on a magical\, candlelight tour of Thomas Jefferson’s private retreat. Tour the president’s cherished hideaway decorated for the holidays\, as was the custom in Jefferson’s time\, on these hour long tours. Explore the villa by candlelight as your guide paints an intimate portrait of the Jefferson family celebration and Christmas in the slave quarter\, sharing true stories and anecdotes gathered from Jefferson’s letters and diaries. Admission is $20 per person. Reservations are required.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/holiday-candlelight-tours/2018-11-30/
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SUMMARY:Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival
DESCRIPTION:Eat\, drink\, shop and explore a piece of American history when the Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival returns to Poplar Forest. The festival\, which celebrates Jefferson’s legacy as the father of Virginia Wine\, features tastings from over a dozen of Virginia’s finest wineries. Funds raised by the festival support the ongoing restoration and preservation of the Founding Father’s secluded Bedford County retreat. \nJefferson VIP Wine Festival passes—which include access to a private tent\, heavy hors d’oeuvres\, a private audience with Mr. Jefferson himself\, a special tasting and more—and general admission tickets\, which include tastings and a complimentary Poplar Forest wine glass\, will be available for purchase online after September 1\, 2018.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/thomas-jefferson-wine-festival-3/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181103T140000
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SUMMARY:Colonial Canine Celebration
DESCRIPTION:FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC \nfor the dedication and ribbon-cutting of our brand-new dog kennel and the release of the children’s book Colonial Klaus in Thomas Jefferson’s House.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBook Signing by Author Laura Macaluso (with an appearance by Klaus himself!) \nCostumed Dog Parade & Competition \nOn-Site Pet Adoptions from the Lynchburg Humane Society \nSpecial Guest “Thomas Jefferson” \nColonial Klaus Books & T-Shirts for Sale \nDiscounted House Tours Available
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/colonial-canine-celebration/
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SUMMARY:Poplar Forest Folk Fest
DESCRIPTION:“Music…furnishes a delightful recreation for the hours of respite from the cares of the day\, and lasts us through life.” Jefferson to Nathaniel Burwell\, March 14\, 1818 \nListen to some of Virginia’s best folk music and Americana bands in the backyard of Mr. Jefferson’s retreat house. Pair the music with local foods\, shop for works by local artisans and explore Jefferson’s octagonal villa—considered his most perfect work of architecture—at a reduced rate. Bands include the Sons of Liberty\, the Crooked Road Ramblers\, The Wildmans and Morgan Wade & The Stepbrothers. Tickets for the Poplar Forest Folk Festival are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. All advanced ticket sales end at 5 p.m. Oct. 19th. \n   \nThe 2018 Poplar Forest Folk Festival features (from upper left to lower right) Crooked Road Ramblers\, Morgan Wade & The Stepbrothers\, The Wildmans\, and Sons of Liberty.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/poplar-forest-folk-fest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181009T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181009T130000
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SUMMARY:Naturalization Ceremony at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Join Poplar Forest and the Blue Ridge Chapters of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) in welcoming 30 new American citizens in honor of Constitution Day\, which commemorates the day in 1787 when the delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the document they created. \nAdmission to the ceremony is included with general admission to Poplar Forest. \n(Rescheduled from September 17)
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/naturalization-ceremony-at-poplar-forest-2/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181006T153000
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SUMMARY:Archaeology Behind-the-Scenes Tours at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:An amateur archaeologist himself\, Thomas Jefferson is credited by some for setting the precedent for modern archaeological science. Join Poplar Forest’s archaeologists for a 90-minute walking tour focused on the latest archaeological dig sites and discoveries on the plantation. View a special display of objects found on the property\, and learn what they tell us about life at Poplar Forest. \nAdmission to the Archaeology Behind-the-Scenes Tours is included with admission to Poplar Forest; reservations are suggested. \nTours at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/archaeology-behind-the-scenes-tours-at-poplar-forest/
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SUMMARY:Barrels\, Bottles & Casks Fall Tours at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that many of today’s culinary historians consider Thomas Jefferson to be America’s first foodie? Join Poplar Forest on a guided tour that begins in Mr. Jefferson’s kitchen and progresses through the octagonal villa with stops along the way to sample different beverages and share insights into the types of foods consumed by Jefferson and the enslaved residents of Poplar Forest during the crisp autumn months. \nAdmission to the Fall Barrels\, Bottles & Casks tasting tour is $25 per person; reservations are required. \nTours Available at 5:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/barrels-bottles-casks-fall-tours-at-poplar-forest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180922T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180922T150000
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SUMMARY:African American Family History Day at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Discover your African American roots. Join the Poplar Forest African American Advisory Group for an interactive experience designed to help you explore your family’s African American history. Hear stories about exploring ancestry and learn about research methods\, tools\, ideas and strategies for tracing the lineage of your enslaved ancestors. \nAdmission to African American Family History Day is free\, however reservations are required as space is limited to 60 participants.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/african-american-family-history-day-at-poplar-forest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180818T080000
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SUMMARY:Face the Forest 5K Obstacle Course Run at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Are you up for an adventure? Challenge yourself to beat the clock as you take on a 3.1-mile race through Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest plantation grounds\, encountering obstacles (and some mud) along the way. Entry fees will support children’s educational programming at Poplar Forest and the Jamerson Family YMCA’s annual campaign. \nClick Here to register.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/face-the-forest-5k-obstacle-course-run-at-poplar-forest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180727T180000
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SUMMARY:Barrels\, Bottles & Casks Summer Tours at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Bring your friends and family to Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest for a refreshing look at history! Summertime Barrels\, Bottles & Casks tasting tours begin in Mr. Jefferson’s kitchen and progress through the villa with stops along the way to sample beverages while guides share insights about the foods and drinks that Jefferson and the enslaved residents consumed during the hot summer months. The tours conclude with an ice cream social in the lower level. \nAdmission to the Summertime Barrels\, Bottles & Casks tasting tour is $25 per person; reservations are required. \nTours Available at 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/barrels-bottles-casks-summer-tours-at-poplar-forest/
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SUMMARY:Independence Day Celebration at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the indefatigable American spirit—and the 242nd anniversary of the Declaration of Independence—with a fun-filled day at Thomas Jefferson’s private retreat. Enjoy colonial-style entertainment; demonstrations by colonial artisans and craftsmen; colonial militia recruiting; archaeology displays; children’s activities; a dramatic reading of the Declaration of Independence; and more! \nAdmission to the Independence Day festivities is $9 for adults (ages 16+) and free for children (ages 15 and under).
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/independence-day-celebration-at-poplar-forest-2/
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SUMMARY:1776\, the Concert Musical at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Revel in the revolutionary spirit of America’s Founding Fathers at Poplar Forest’s annual presentation of 1776—the Tony Award-winning musical comedy by Sherman Edwards and Peter Stone based on the events leading up to the drafting and signing of the Declaration of Independence. Get acquainted with Ben (Franklin)\, Richard Henry (Lee)\, John (Adams) and Tom (Jefferson); and celebrate their brilliant contributions to our country’s history.  Bring a picnic dinner\, sit back and enjoy theater under the stars. Rain date is Sunday\, July 1. \nTickets to 1776 are $17.76 for adults (ages 18+); $13 for students (ages 6 – 17 and college); and $4 for children (ages 5 and under). \nPerformances at 7:30 p.m. each evening \nNote: Any weather related postponement call will be made by 5 p.m. the day of the performance and will be posted to the website and social media.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/1776-the-concert-musical-at-poplar-forest/
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SUMMARY:Father's Day at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Treat dad to a tour of Thomas Jefferson’s personal retreat and plantation grounds. Enjoy the tranquility of the natural landscape that once inspired Jefferson’s creativity; take guided tours of his cherished octagonal villa and the slave quarter; and discover what life there may have been like for the Jeffersons and the enslaved residents of Poplar Forest. \nFree for fathers\, all day!
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/fathers-day-at-poplar-forest/
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration: Journey to Liberation
DESCRIPTION:Join Poplar Forest for the historic home’s first Juneteenth celebration. The oldest national commemoration of the abolition of slavery in the United States and the emancipation of enslaved African Americans living in the former Confederate states\, Juneteenth marks June 19\, 1865\, the date of the first reading of General Order No. 3\, the total emancipation of slaves in Galveston\, Texas. Admission to the Juneteeth event is free! \nThe festivities begin with readings of Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation and the Virginia Resolution Abolishing Slavery on Mr. Jefferson’s south lawn at 11:00 a.m. followed by music and dance performances showcasing local talent\, including Kuumba Dance Ensemble\, Inc. \nDiscover a myriad of community resources as you peruse the information booths sponsored by local educational\, wellness\, civic and social organizations; enjoy a bite to eat from the area’s finest food trucks; and shop for works by regional artisans. Learn about the foodways of the enslaved from costumed interpreter\, Cheyney McKnight of “Not Your Momma’s History.” Observe as Jerome Bias\, a skilled furniture maker\, demonstrates and interprets the intricate joinery work created by talented\, enslaved craftsmen like John Hemmings.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/juneteenth-celebration-journey-to-liberation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180609T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180609T193000
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SUMMARY:Shakespeare Under the Stars: Love’s Labour’s Lost
DESCRIPTION:Shakespearean theater returns to Mr. Jefferson’s south lawn with Poplar Forest’s production of Love’s Labour’s Lost\, Shakespeare’s extravagant romantic comedy. Bring your friends and family—and a picnic dinner and a blanket or chairs—and experience the magic of Shakespeare’s verse performed under a starry night sky. Adult refreshments will be available for purchase each night from a variety of vendors. \nPerformance Schedule \nSaturday June 9\nRain date: June 10 \nTickets to Shakespeare Under the Stars are $15 for adults (ages 18+); $12 for youth and college students (ages 6 – 17 or with college ID); and $5 for children (ages 5 and under). \nNote: Any weather related postponement call will be made by 5 p.m. the day of the performance and will be posted to the website and social media. \n• June 9th: Ankida Ridge Winery \nPerformance at 7:30 p.m. 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/shakespeare-under-the-stars-loves-labours-lost/
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SUMMARY:Mother's Day at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Treat mom to a guided tour of Poplar Forest on her special day. Thomas Jefferson considered parental love the “strongest affection known\,” and cherished the family time he shared with his granddaughters at Poplar Forest. Tour the octagonal villa—from Mr. Jefferson’s kitchen to the rooftop deck where he and his granddaughters took their nightly stroll—and learn how the Jefferson family and the enslaved families spent their days at Poplar Forest. \nAdmission is free for mothers all day!
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/mothers-day-at-poplar-forest/
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SUMMARY:Architectural Restoration Talk & Tour at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Explore the architectural design\, history and restoration of Jefferson’s retreat home on this hour-long\, behind-the-scenes tour guided by Travis McDonald\, Poplar Forest’s Director of Architectural Restoration. Discover how the restoration architects and architectural historians and craftsmen are meticulously restoring Jefferson’s vision for the “best dwelling house in the state…” Admission to the Architectural Restoration Talk and Tour is included with general admission to Poplar Forest. Reservations encouraged. \nTours at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/architectural-restoration-talk-tour-at-poplar-forest/
LOCATION:Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest\, 687 Poplar Forest Dr.\, Forest\, VA\, 24551\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180429
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SUMMARY:Conversations with Thomas Jefferson
DESCRIPTION:Experience a moment in American history at Poplar Forest’s 17th annual presentation of Conversations with Thomas Jefferson. Sit in on a private and wide-ranging conversation between Jefferson\, as portrayed by actor Bill Barker\, and one of his compatriots as they discuss their shared experiences as revolutionaries\, political colleagues\, friends and neighbors. Past guests have included Eliza Schuyler Hamilton\, James Monroe and Andrew Jackson to name but a few. Presented in two performances only: \nMatinee performance at 2:15 p.m.\, preceded by a reception at 1:30 p.m. \nEvening performance at 7:30 p.m.\, preceded by a reception at 6:30 p.m. \nTickets for the matinee performance include a pre-theater reception: $32 for adults (over 16) and $14 for youth (ages 6 – 16). House tours can be added at the reduced rate of $9 per person. Tickets for the evening performance include a pre-theater reception and house tour: $37 for adults (over 16) and $14 for youth (ages 6 – 16); reservations are suggested.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/conversations-with-thomas-jefferson/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180414T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180414T170000
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SUMMARY:5th Annual Thomas Jefferson Craft Beer Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an afternoon dedicated to the pursuit of happiness in Jeffersonian style at the 5th Thomas Jefferson Craft Beer Tasting! Jefferson served beer and ale at his table daily and endeavored to perfect his recipe. Discover new brews from local and regional craft breweries and cideries. Pair your pints with local foods; shop for works by local artisans and vendors while enjoying performances by local musicians; and explore Jefferson’s octagonal villa—considered his most perfect work of architecture—at a reduced rate. \nExperience VIP hospitality at the Craft Beer Tasting with a Jefferson VIP pass\, which includes access to a private tent on the rooftop of the villa’s service wing\, a special tasting of specialty brews\, heavy hors d’oeuvres and more! Pricing for VIP is $75 for individual; $125 for couple; $35 for non-tasting VIP ticket. \nGeneral admission to the Thomas Jefferson Craft Beer Tasting is $30 in advance for 20 tastings\, $35 at the door the day of the event; $25 for 10 tastings at the door or $10 for non-tasting general admission.  Advance tickets recommended.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/thomas-jefferson-craft-beer-tasting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180413T130000
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SUMMARY:Naturalization Ceremony at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Join Poplar Forest and the Blue Ridge and Poplar Forest Chapters of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) in welcoming 30 new American citizens in honor of Thomas Jefferson’s 275th birthday. Birthday cake will be served to all following the ceremony. \n Admission to the ceremony is included with general admission to Poplar Forest.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/naturalization-ceremony-at-poplar-forest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180323T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180324T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T055753
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SUMMARY:Barrels\, Bottles & Casks Spring Tours at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Tours Available at 6 P.M. and 7 P.M.\nToast the arrival of spring with friends and family; explore Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest on a special tasting tour of Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest! Barrels\, Bottles & Casks popular tasting tours focus on the beverages and spirits consumed by Jefferson and the enslaved residents of Poplar Forest in springtime. Tours begin in Jefferson’s “modern” kitchen and progress through the house\, with stops along the way to sample beverages and learn about the culinary trends of his time. \nTickets for the Springtime Barrels\, Bottles & Casks tasting tours are $25 per person; reservations are required.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/barrels-bottles-casks-spring-tours-at-poplar-forest/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180319
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SUMMARY:The Complete Housewife Tour at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Meet the two women who were essential to Thomas Jefferson’s well being when he was in residence at Poplar Forest. The Complete Housewife\, a new\, 45-minute guided tour of the President’s villa retreat focuses on the roles of women in the male-dominated society of his day. Jefferson’s household and his life at Poplar Forest could not be serene\, could not be filled with “warm domesticity\,” in short\, could not be complete without the presence of his enslaved cook Hannah\, and his granddaughter Ellen Wayles Randolph. Explore the relationship between these two women and their thoughts on the role of women in early 19th century Virginia\, gleaned from letters and journals. \nAdmission to The Complete Housewife tour is included with general admission to Poplar Forest. \nThese special tours are at 11:15 a.m.\, 12:15 p.m.\, 1:15 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. both days. \nReservations are encouraged\, as space is limited.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/the-complete-housewife-tour-at-poplar-forest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180310T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180310T160000
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SUMMARY:Archaeology and Nature Hike at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Join Jack Gary and Eric Proebsting of Poplar Forest’s Department of Archaeology and landscapes on an archaeology and nature hike along the new Poplar Forest parkway corridor. Explore the course of the road and where it intersects with historic aspects of the property and its natural history. Comfortable walking shoes are necessary. \nClick here to order tickets. \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/archaeology-and-nature-hike-at-poplar-forest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180217T170000
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SUMMARY:Bound to the Fire: Book Talk with author Kelley Fanto Deetz
DESCRIPTION:Hear the story behind Southern food when author Kelly Deetz discusses her new book\,  “Bound to the Fire: How Virginia’s Enslaved Cooks Helped Invent American Cuisine.” Then visit Poplar Forest’s historic kitchen where Poplar Forest interpreters will demonstrate period cooking techniques. \nA historical archaeologist\, historian and Visiting Assistant Professor at Randolph College\, Deetz draws upon archaeological evidence\, cookbooks and plantation records and folklore for this study of enslaved plantation cooks. \nThe Program includes a cooking demonstration by Poplar Forest interpreters in the historic kitchen.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/bound-to-the-fire-book-talk-with-author-kelley-fanto-deetz/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180127T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180127T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T055753
CREATED:20180112T171608Z
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SUMMARY:The Art and Science of Historic Plaster and Plastering Craft
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the historic plastering process as it happens inside Jefferson’s retreat home. Join Henry Orton\, owner of Orton Plasterworks in Savannah\, Georgia\, as he discusses his methods being used to reconstruct the ceilings in Poplar Forest. \nThis winter Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest’s villa is temporarily closed to the public while the ceilings are re-plastered. Historic plaster restoration specialists will rework the ceilings using the same materials and techniques used by Jefferson’s craftsmen in the 1800s. On Saturday\, January 27\, British master craftsman Henry Orton\, one of the finest traditional plasterers working in the United States\, and his assistant Mark Smith will present a plaster talk and tour of the plastering workspaces for those interested in historic building practices. \nAdmission to the plaster talk is free\, however donations are suggested. RSVP required.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/the-art-and-science-of-historic-plaster-and-plastering-craft/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171201T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171216T190000
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SUMMARY:Candlelight Tours at Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:Ring in the holidays with a magical candlelit tour of Mr. Jefferson’s cherished villa retreat dressed for the holidays with 19th-century panache. These annual and very popular after-hours tours offer an intimate look at what Thomas Jefferson’s and his family’s evenings might have been like. As visitors walk through the octagonal house\, they’ll be entertained by anecdotes gathered from Jefferson’s letters and diaries. \n\nTour Schedule\n\nThursdays\, December 7 & 14 at 5:30 p.m.\nFridays & Saturdays\, December 1 & 2\, 8 & 9\, and 15 & 16 at 5:30 & 6:30 p.m.\n\nAdmission is $20 per person. Reservations are required and can be made by purchasing tickets or by calling the Museum Shop at 434.534.8120
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/candlelight-tours-at-thomas-jeffersons-poplar-forest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171118T170000
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SUMMARY:Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival
DESCRIPTION: Come toast the “Father of Virginia Wine” with a variety of Virginia wineries\, local food\, artisans and live music in the company of Mr. Jefferson. \nHeld in large\, heated tents\, this event is rain or shine! \n  \nClick Here For Ticket Information  \n \n 
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/thomas-jefferson-wine-festival-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171028T220000
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SUMMARY:Stargazing at Poplar Forest
DESCRIPTION:One of America’s first astronomers\, Thomas Jefferson considered the study of the stars one of the most important disciplines. Join Dr. Neal Sumerlin\, former director of the Belk Astronomical Observatory at the Claytor Nature Study Center at Lynchburg College\, for an illuminating look at Saturn and other prominent features in the night sky from the south lawn of the president’s secluded retreat. A brief introduction in the orientation center will precede the viewing. \nAdvance reservations are required and can be made below or by calling the Museum Shop at 434.534.8120. Admission is $10 per person.
URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/stargazing-at-poplar-forest/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20161203T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20161203T160000
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SUMMARY:Wreath Making Workshop
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URL:https://destinationbedfordva.com/event/wreath-making-workshop/
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