Make sure to include a tour of Poplar Forest on your Garden Day itinerary this spring. One of the first octagonal structures in the United States, Jefferson’s villa is recognized as his most mature work of architecture. With recently completed restorations of his ornamental garden, from the double row of paper mulberries to the clumps of trees and carriage turnaround—made possible through the generosity of the Garden Club of Virginia—visitors see Poplar Forest as Jefferson did some 200 years ago. Although not an official stop on the Garden Day tour this year, admission to the Poplar Forest grounds is included with your Lynchburg Garden Day ticket. Add a docent-guided tour (as docents are available) or an app-guided audio tour of the Palladian-inspired villa to your itinerary.

Tuesday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.