Thomas Jefferson Historical Figure
Image
Title
Thomas Jefferson Historical Figure
Identifier
1977-103.153
Source
Accession No.: 1977-103.153
Description
Thomas Jefferson rose to prominence in Virginia politics, supported the revolutionary movement, served in both Continental Congresses, and was a major drafter of the Declaration of Independence. Became Governor of Virginia in 1779 and later succeeded Franklin as U.S. Minister to France. His sympathies were with the Revolutionary French.
In 1790, Thomas Jefferson was appointed President Washington’s Secretary of State. He became the center of opposition to the Federalist Party of Alexander Hamilton. He was Vice President to John Adams, and was elected President in 1801. After two dramatic terms, he retired to Monticello.
This sculpture is part of American Revolution! George Stuart Historical Figures ® on display at the Museum of Ventura County 2021-2022. More on the figures at the George S. Stuart Historical Figures, US Patriots and Founders webpage.
In 1790, Thomas Jefferson was appointed President Washington’s Secretary of State. He became the center of opposition to the Federalist Party of Alexander Hamilton. He was Vice President to John Adams, and was elected President in 1801. After two dramatic terms, he retired to Monticello.
This sculpture is part of American Revolution! George Stuart Historical Figures ® on display at the Museum of Ventura County 2021-2022. More on the figures at the George S. Stuart Historical Figures, US Patriots and Founders webpage.
Creator
Stuart, George S.
Date
1960s-1970s
Format
Figure
Subject
Jefferson, Thomas--1743-1826
Presidents--United States
Coverage
California
Ventura County (Calif.)
Ojai (Calif.)
Publisher
Museum of Ventura County
Rights
Historical Figures® by George S. Stuart
Images © copyright Peter d'Aprix & Dee Finning
Type
Physical Object (Figure)
Language
English
Collection
Citation
Stuart, George S., “Thomas Jefferson Historical Figure,” Research Library at The Museum of Ventura County, accessed December 5, 2024, http://photographs.venturamuseum.org/items/show/4637.