Thomas Jefferson Birthplace
Sign commemorating the birthplace of Thomas Jefferson

Sign reads:

SHADWELL ESTATE
Peter Jefferson acquired the
land in 1735, and built the house
about 1737. Thomas Jefferson
was born here April 13, 1743. He
lived here 1743-1745 and 1752-
1770. The house burned in 1770
and Jefferson then moved to
Monticello.
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