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JAMES MADISON MUSEUM                  540-672-1776
Fax: (Call first) 540-672-0231                 www.jamesmadisonmus.org
129 Caroline St., Orange, VA 22960

DIRECTIONS: From D.C. I-66 W to Gainesville/Warrenton Exit 29S to Culpeper Rte 15 exit to Orange.  2nd stoplight turn right on W Main Street, to 1st left-3rd building on left.   

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  Small historical museum, display of artifacts and possessions of James & Dolley Madison.  Rotating special exhibits.  Agricultural artifacts, including early house completely reconstructed inside of museum.

PARKING:  1 wheelchair accessible parking space in church lot next door, approx. 100 ft. from entrance.  On-street parking, and grass/gravel lot behind museum.

TYPES OF PATHS TO OR AROUND ATTRACTION:  Paved walkway, with curb cuts, in front of museum.  There is 1 clearly marked step down to a balcony overlooking the “Hall of Agriculture”.  From this level it is 13 steps down to display.  Entry to display level can be gained through a rear garage door, but is over a moderately steep grass and gravel grade.  (arrange with Administrator)

ENTRANCE:  Located at front of building, on street.  2 doors at main entrance:  1 door, 35 in. wide, opens in easily with knob 40 in. above floor. A 38 in. wide door is difficult to open.  Nearby receptionist will assist.

PUBLIC REST ROOMS:  In rear of building.  Doors 33 in. wide, open in.  Turns to enter. Handrails. 19 in. toilet seat height, 13 in. between commode and wall.  Sink height 33 in.  Accessible stall checked for obstructions.  Unisex or companion assisted rest rooms available.

PUBLIC TELEPHONE:  Phone available for emergency use only.

GIFT SHOP:  Books and pamphlets available for sale.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Admission Fee.  Hrs.- Weekdays:  9AM-4PM, Weekends:  March-Nov. Sat. 10-4, Sun.1-4, Dec-Feb. Closed Weekends.

 

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