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Join the Conversation: ‘Feast of Reason’

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Join the Conversation: ‘Feast of Reason’

When
Oct 17th, 2025
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Where
233 5th St NWCharlottesvilleVA

Friday, October 17th at the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center 1-2:30PM. FREE

Inspired by Thomas Jefferson’s legendary dinner parties—where spirited conversation flowed alongside food and drink—this unique session invites participants to gather over lunch for meaningful dialogue about civic identity, democratic values, and the legacy of 1776.

A signature program of Monticello, “Feast of Reason” uses prompts from a custom conversation card deck to spark small-group discussions that explore how we live out democratic ideals today.

Rooted in Jefferson’s belief that dialogue is the engine of democracy, “Feast of Reason” events encourage open, reflective conversation across differences. Come ready to think together, listen deeply, and speak honestly.

Lunch will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

This session is produced by the Karsh Institute of Democracy and Monticello.

More information here: https://karshinstitute.virginia.edu/…/join-conversation…

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