Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest
Wedding venue in Lynchburg, Virginia



About Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest
Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest is a historic retreat and villa set among landscaped grounds. Private events use the grounds after the site closes to the public; wedding ceremonies may be held on the north portico with prior approval, subject to a limit of 12 wedding-party members and/or guests on the portico. The historic house is not available for rental, though tours may be arranged when guides and staff are available. A small conference room can be made available for the wedding party to change with advance notice.
The facts
- Pricing note
- Private-event grounds rental is $3,500, plus a separate $500 damage deposit. The rental fee structure covers events lasting up to eight hours; additional hours may incur an hourly staff-time charge. A rehearsal dinner or reception is treated as a separate event and requires an additional $3,500 rental fee.
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Last updated
- November 2026
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On the big wedding guides
- Not listed on WeddingWire (checked November 2026)
- Not listed on Zola (checked November 2026)
How to reach Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest
- Website: poplarforest.org
- Phone: (434) 525-1806
- Address: 1776 Poplar Forest Parkway
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