Where in the world is Thomas Jefferson?
Track him down with this interactive map
Between Monticello and the University of Virginia, there's no question that Charlottesville is Thomas Jefferson's home base. But a trip around the country (and to Paris) shows that his influence spreads far and wide.
Click on the map's pinpoints to view images, videos, and information about Jefferson around the globe. Use the map's navigational tools in the upper left to zoom in and out. Click and drag the map to change position.
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Thomas Jefferson Road Trip: Step by Step
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Location: University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia
Where's TJ?: The Jeffersonian epicenter. TJ is seemingly everywhere--in front of the Rotunda, inside the Rotunda, on the Lawn, at the Law School and Darden.
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Location: Charlottesville, VA
Where's TJ?: At the office
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Location: The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Where's TJ?: A bronze statue of Thomas Jefferson on the upper campus of The University of Virginia's College at Wise. The statue was a gift from the University of Virginia in recognition of the College's 50th anniversary and in appreciation of Ernest H. Ern's service as chancellor during 2004-2005.
The six-foot, 300-pound statue depicts Jefferson signing the Declaration of Independence and was created by sculptor Edward Hlavka.
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Location: Jefferson Hotel, Richmond, Virginia
Where's TJ?: In the lobby of Richmond's Jefferson Hotel.
The lobby, also known as The Palm Court, was home to live alligators until 1948.
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