James Monroe Grave - Hollywood Cemetery Toddler T-Shirt

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This elaborate Gothic Revival cast iron cage is the gravesite of James Monroe, the fifth president of the United States. After initially being buried in New York City in 1831, his body was moved back to his native Virginia in 1859. He is interred in Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond, Virginia, right in the center of President’s Circle.

It is easy to see why the locals have nicknamed Monroe’s tomb, “The Birdcage.” The tomb is architecturally significant because of the use of cast iron. Cast iron was not a material commonly used at that time for this purpose. The delicacy and degree of flamboyancy achieved in its creation was a first for the period.

It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1971 for its unique architecture.

Copyright 2020 Susan Rissi Tregoning

I'm a travel photographer that enjoys photographing United States architecture, nature, and transportation. As the 8th photographer in 4 generations of my family, I don't remember a time when photography was not part of my life. By the time I was five years old, I was standing on a stool in the darkroom, helping my dad develop pictures. It was my job to transfer the photos from the hypo to the water bath. I went to college for interior design. After I graduated, I had a long successful career as an art buyer and designer for a large home furnishings company. In 2006, I had a significant life change. My husband became a medical traveler, and I decided to put my career on hold to tag along. In the process, I found my roots again. What...