In a letter to James Madison, Thomas Jefferson described the Marquis de Lafayette as “a most valuable auxiliary to me. His zeal is unbounded, & his weight with those in power great. … He has a great deal of sound genius is well remarked by the king & rising in popularity. … I think he will one day be of the ministry. …” 

- Thomas Jefferson to James Madison, January 30, 1787**

Experience the camaraderie, support and mutual respect between revolutionaries—Thomas Jefferson and the Marquis de Lafayette, the French aristocrat who joined the Continental Army in the fight for American Independence. Join Poplar Forest for a special performance of Conversations with Thomas Jefferson and the Marquis de Lafayette at the Academy Center of the Arts, 600 Main St. Lynchburg. Presented in one performance only. Tickets for Conversations are $38 for adults (18+) and $20 for college students (with student ID) and youth (ages 17 and under) plus taxes and fees. Reservations are suggested.

Saturday, April 27 Performance at 7 p.m., followed by reception