James Madison's Montpelier We the People Fall 2014 | Page 2

We The People
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Letter

from the

president

Thank you for caring about James Madison’s Montpelier. As you know, it is a unique and
special place. We have been particularly busy these past six months—continuing to ignite
interest in Madison’s legacy as the Father of the Constitution and expanding Montpelier as
an educational resource. We continue to build upon our success—and I am excited to share
with you a new partner who will help us on this journey.

As this issue of We The People was going to press, we received the wonderful news
that David M. Rubenstein, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of The Carlyle Group, is making a gift
of $10 million to Montpelier. Mr. Rubenstein’s gift will shine a light on Madison while
accelerating the restoration and furnishing of the mansion and reconstruction of enslaved
community sites in the South Yard. In the spirit of this gift, it is fitting that this edition of
the magazine is dedicated to Montpelier’s enslaved community—another step in our goal to
make what has largely been invisible, visible.

Mr. Rubenstein is known for protecting and preserving important American historical and
cultural treasures. He sparks interest and inspires others to follow his lead to attract more
investment in our American legacy. I am truly grateful for his gift and for your support.
Read on and we look forward to seeing you at James Madison’s Montpelier.
Best regards,

Kat Imhoff
President and CEO