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When Thomas Jefferson built Poplar Forest, he created a place
where he could engage in his favorite activities - thinking, studying, and
reading. The pace of life at Poplar Forest was slower than at his other
home, Monticello. Only a few members of his family visited,
including his granddaughters, Cornelia and Ellen, and grandson
Francis. Though he did not invite many visitors to Poplar Forest, he
kept in contact with his neighbors when he stayed at the plantation. Jefferson began his day with an early breakfast. He read and wrote letters to friends and family in the late morning. He also wrote letters to business partners and overseers about the plantation. He had a library at Poplar Forest that held more than 700 books. He could read in seven languages. He enjoyed a horseback ride mid-day and returned to his work until dinner, which was served at three o'clock in the afternoon. He enjoyed late afternoon walks with his granddaughters. While Jefferson spent much of his time at his retreat, he also hiked the mountains near his home and took his granddaughters to see Natural Bridge, a beautiful rock bridge formed naturally by a river. |
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