Jefferson’s design for the University of Virginia is considered one of the greatest achievements in American architecture. Jefferson first began to design his “Academical Village” in 1814. Construction began in 1817 and continued until 1828. The painting is by Casimir Bohn.

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  An essay on Jefferson's architectural legacy at www.corbis.com
  Photographs of the University of Virginia at www.corbis.com

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