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Thomas Jefferson was a man of many varied interests. Join us at the house he deemed "the best dwelling house in the state" as we delve into topics he found particularly fascinating: from travel to culinary, and from leadership to religion. Each talk in the series includes a wine and cheese reception following the presentation. Tickets are $25/each.

In this session, join Rachel Deddens, author of Cooking at the Hearth, as she discusses Eliza Smith’s historic 1753 cookbook, as well as "Bill of Fare" which highlights Thomas Jefferson’s love of peas, ham, French cuisine and more. Learn about the three-burner stove constructed at Poplar Forest’s wing of offices and the traditional methods once used for cooking there.

*Please note, there are no refunds for event tickets for any reason. Event Tickets DO NOT include admission to the property during daytime hours. To tour the house and grounds between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., you must purchase a regular tour ticket here.