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250 Years of Bright Ideas… and Counting!
Think big and bring your ideas to life on We the Kids Day at Montpelier! James Madison’s ideas helped shape America-Imagine how your own ideas, big or small, can make a difference.

Silhouette of three children reaching for stars above the words "We the Kids: Think Big!" with "James Madison's Montpelier" logo below.

Enjoy a day packed with fun for the whole family, including colonial games, activities, food, and more!

Visit the mansion, sign a kid-friendly Constitution, and collect cool swag along the way

Spark your imagination at hands-on Idea Stations

Step into history with friends from local historic sites

Visit with community partners and discover lots of new ideas

Meet James Madison in person and think about some of the biggest, bright ideas that shaped the nation

Dontavius Williams will highlight Colonial chocolate-making and its historical ties to American slavery through a cooking demonstration in the reconstructed kitchen in Montpelier’s South Yard. This presentation is made possible by the Forrest E. Mars, Jr. Chocolate History Grant.


Think big, shine bright, and let your ideas light the way for America’s next 250 years!