The James Madison Center was founded in 1999 to honor the legacy of the nation's fourth President and Father of the United States Constitution. Located on the campus of James Madison University in Harrisonburg, Virginia, the Center serves as a repository for information on Madison's life and times (1751-1836) as well as that of the Federalist Era. Through a close working relationship between the University and K-12 education, the Center annually offers seminars, workshops, internships and other professional opportunities for students, teachers, and members of the community.

We, the members of the 1787 Society, are
committed to preserving and promoting the
life and legacy of James Madison and the
ideals of the Early American Republic.

The 1787 Society is sponsored by the James Madison Center and is designed to provide numerous educational opportunities for students who wish to explore the life, ideals, and philosophy of our fourth president, James Madison. Members serve as an advisory panel for the Center and work on a variety of special events including Constitution Day, Madison Week, the Centennial celebrations, and the Jamestown 2007 commemorations. The society will also act as a liaison between the James Madison Center and the JMU student body. The
organization is open to all students regardless of major.

Upcoming Events

1787 Society Applications Due (September 30, 2008 and March 1, 2009)

Constitution Day (September 17, 2008)

See photos from this year's events!