Expanding the Narrative at Highland

Join us on Monday, June 29, from 6:30-7:30pm, as Dr. Sara Bon-Harper, Executive Director of James Monroe’s Highland, and Ms. Jennifer Stacy, member of Highland’s Descendant Advisory Panel, lead a discussion on their work to represent a multivocal history, one Read More ...

Highland Rustic Trails Dog Day

On Sunday, September 27, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., we invite you and your four legged friends out on the Highland Rustic Trails for a day of doggone good fun! The Highland Rustic Trails are free and open to Read More ...

Highland Rustic Trails Dog Day

On Sunday, October 25, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., we invite you and your four legged friends out on the Highland Rustic Trails for a day of doggone good fun! The Highland Rustic Trails are free and open to Read More ...

Veterans Day at Highland

On Wednesday, November 11, to honor and thank U.S. veterans, all active duty, former, and retired United States military personnel will receive free admission to James Monroe's Highland for Veterans Day. There is no need to register in advance, simply Read More ...

Virtual Talk: Unearthing James Monroe’s Life

Join us on December 3, from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m., as we partner with Mount Vernon's Washington Library for a virtual talk with author Tim McGrath about his new book, James Monroe: A Life. Dr. Sara Bon-Harper, Highland's executive director, Read More ...