Ash Lawn-Highland

Ash Lawn-Highland, located near Charlottesville, Virginia, was the home of James Monroe, 5th President of the U.S., from 1799 to 1823. Known at the time as Highland, the property was renamed Ash Lawn after Monroe's death. It has since assumed both names.

 

This shot was taken from the back of the house and shows both the original building, painted white, and an addition made in the 1880s. The house has been open to the public since 1931 and is currently owned by the College of William and Mary, Monroe's alma mater.

 

Information from the Ash Lawn-Highland website.

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