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Located on James Monroe Parkway, Highland was the home of James Monroe, the fifth President of the United States. Situated adjacent to Monticello, the home of Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe’s Highland is currently owned by Monroe’s alma mater, the College of William and Mary.
Encouraged by Jefferson, Monroe purchased the 1,000-acre property in 1793 and moved there in 1799. Over time, he bought more land and increased the acreage to more than 3,500 acres and, at the same time, added on to the house.
High debts forced Monroe to sell the property in 1825. Today, the 535-acre property is a working farm, a venue for performances, and a museum.
James Monroe’s Highland, 2050 James Monroe Parkway, Charlottesville, Virginia, 434-293-8000
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