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Charlottesville - History and culture

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History and culture

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 23 attractions in Charlottesvill...

Monticello and its many historical rooms, gadgets, furniture, buildings, and artifacts tell us a lot about Thomas Jefferson, the president who built it and lived there.

Attraction type: Historic home; History museum; Other; Garden
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 23 attractions in Charlottesvill...

Historic tavern (ca. 1784) originally located on Patrick Henry's land. Living-history tours are conducted on the grounds of its current location near route Va 20.

Attraction type: Historic site; Bar/club
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 23 attractions in Charlottesvill...

WOW! I was on a road trip south, and I had to make a pitstop in Charlottesville, and found this joint called the GLASS PALLETTE by happy accident.   I am an artist myself, so I am always eager to...

Attraction type: Educational site
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 23 attractions in Charlottesvill...
Attraction type: Educational site; Architectural building
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 23 attractions in Charlottesvill...
Attraction type: Children's museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #8 of 23 attractions in Charlottesvill...

Located on the University campus, this museum features permanent art exhibits from around the world dating from ancient times to present day.

Attraction type: Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #10 of 23 attractions in Charlottesvill...

Operated by The College of William and Mary, this historic site is the home of James Monroe, fifth president of the United States.

Attraction type: Historic home; Other
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #11 of 23 attractions in Charlottesvill...

This is the Charlottesville art gallery you should not miss. Migration: A Gallery is a beautiful light-filled space which showcases the work of an exceptional collection of artists from across the country. Painting, sculpture, etchings, photography, glass, jewelry and more. Make the journey to Migration!

Attraction type: Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #18 of 23 attractions in Charlottesvill...
Attraction type: Architectural building; Group tour/boat
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #19 of 23 attractions in Charlottesvill...
Attraction type: Art gallery
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #20 of 23 attractions in Charlottesvill...
Attraction type: Government building
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A part of the Monticello Plantation where nearly 130 slaves lived, with tours available.

Attraction type: Historic site
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Attraction type: Historic walking area
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History and culture

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