A Brief Introduction to Thomas Jefferson ● Jefferson's interests and talents covered an amazing range.He became one of the leading American architects of his time and designed the Virginia Capitol,the University of Virginia,and his own home,Monticello.He greatly appreciated art and musicand tried to encourage their advancement in the United States.A Brief Introduction to Thomas Jefferson ⚫ Jefferson's interests and talents covered an amazing range. He became one of the ________American architects of his time and designed the Virginia Capitol, the University of Virginia, and his own home, Monticello. He greatly appreciated ___________and tried to encourage their advancement in the United States. leading art and music