2012
Sat. & Sun., May 19 & 20 2012
18th Annual Virginia WineFest. Despite their love of good wines Monroe and Jefferson had little success with their vineyards. Fortunately modern wine culture has solved ealier problems. Enjoy important Virginia vineyards, music, fine art, gourmet food, Monroe house tours and more. Admission charge includes wine glass and tastings. 11 am to 5 pm. Reservations accepted by phone: 434-293-8000.
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Annual Flag Day Celebration. Learn about the changes made to the flag during Monroe's time. Active members of the military and their spouses admitted free all day. Program 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Wednesday July 4, 2012
 Celebrating America's Independence. Celebrate the seasons and welcome summer with a July 4th open house. Ash Lawn-Highland, home of President James Monroe, will celebrate America’s birthday July 4 with a day designed especially for families.  Dip a candle, make a lantern, and create a bookmark using the centuries old art of paper quilling.  Learn Monroe era dances or play period games.   There will be on going demonstrations of nineteenth century crafts.  Bring a picnic and enjoy a day with the family. Tickets are $5 per person with the purchase of general admission. For information call 434-293-8000 or email info@ashlawnhighland.org.
Saturday, July 14, 2012
 Bastille Day - the French Connection. le 14 juillet will feature this historic day in French history and the strong bond between the Frnch and American people.1:00 - 4:00 PM
Sunday, September 25, 2012
 Black History Month Celebration. In observance of Black History month, Ash Lawn-Highland, home of President James Monroe, will focus on the contribution of African-Americans to Southern cuisine. Folkways interpreters will discuss foods of African origin and prepare them on the open hearth. These foods which include okra, yams, sesame, and black eyed peas were brought to the colonies by enslaved Africans. Modern versions of the historic recipes will available. Saturday, September 25, 2012 from 1:00 to 4:00. For information call 434-293-8000 or email info@ashlawnhighland.org.
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Veteran's Day. Commemoration of Veteran's Day at the home of Revolutionary War Veteran and U.S. President James Monroe. The event will include a wreath-laying, playing of TAPS, and ceremonial folding of the U.S. flag.  An honor guard composed of UVa Air Force ROTC cadets will present the colors.  The ceremony is open to all at no charge and begins promptly at 11:00 A.M..Veterans and current military personnel and their relatives are admitted free all day.
Sunday, November 18, 2012
 Annual Fall Open House. Our neighbors are invited to celebrate the 213th anniversary of the Monroe's arrival at Highland in 1799 and learn of his role in the Louisiana Purchase of 1803 and his Monroe Doctrine statement in 1823. Enjoy a visit with President Monroe. 1 to 4 PM, light refreshments served. Residents of Albemarle and bordering counties (Augusta, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, Nelson, Orange and Rockingham) admitted free.
December 3 through 31, 2012
 House Decorated for Christmas. Fresh boxwood, fruits, holly and more adorn the historic home in the early 19th century style of President James and Elizabeth Monroe, with a late 19th century emphasis in the Victorian addition.
Sunday, December 9, 2012

Gingerbread and Lace Ornament Workshop. Ash Lawn-Highland’s skilled crafters will direct an ornament workshop.  Each participant in the workshop will be guided through the process of making three Victorian inspired tree decorations. For information call 434-293-8000 or email info@ashlawnhighland.org.