The Graveyard Today

The Monticello Graveyard is fenced and not open to the public.
Current, paid up members of the Monticello Association may borrow a key from the Monticello Visitors Center.
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Other family of those buried in the Graveyard can arrange access by contacting the Interim Custodian,
​Rob Eppes at [email protected] 

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Burial

Burial in the Graveyard is open to direct, lineal descendants of Thomas Jefferson, through his daughters  Martha and Maria.

​To arrange for burial, please contact the custodian: [email protected]  
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Markers

The following restrictions were approved by the membership in 2015:
 
• Gravestones should be in keeping with the surroundings and respect the historic nature of the property.

• The Custodian must pre-approve all gravestone designs. Family members are encouraged to seek this review before having the marker made. Disputes over design of markers may be appealed to the Committee on Interments.

• Size: Stones should be no wider than 34” at the base and no more than 44” above the ground.  Adjoining plots may share a wider stone.

• Recommended Materials: Granite and slate are the most common recommended materials.  Marble is also used but erodes much
more easily. A bronze plaque may be added to the face of a stone.
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• Stones should be in place within 2 years of interment. After that time, the Association may opt to arrange for a marker at the expense of the family of the person buried in the plot.

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