We accept reservations for school and tour groups. President James Monroe and his wife, Elizabeth Kortright Monroe of New York, owned Highland from 1793 to 1826 and lived here intermittently during his many years in public office. The property and the Monroes’ enterprise here was supported by the work of dozens of enslaved women and men whose knowledge and labor made it possible. On April 28, 2016 we announced the results of transformative research. We had discovered the 1799 Lost and Found Main House and correctly identified the 1818 Presidential Guest Cottage through archaeology and architectural history. James Monroe's Highland is open year-round to visitors. Visitors are invited to enjoy all seasons here, with changing views and events throughout the year. Come and see the bright colors of spring, the flower and vegetable gardens in the summer, the stunning fall foliage, and the serene winter landscape adorned in December with seasonal greenery. If this is your first visit to James Monroe's Highland, we welcome you and hope you will return often to note the progress of our research and to participate in our events and programs. If you have visited before, we are grateful for your continuing interest and invite you to become a regular visitor. We hope that each of you has an enjoyable and rewarding visit.
