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Experience the traditions of the Jackson family with guides in period costumes as they showcase decorations and holiday trimmings used in the 1800s. Start your tour in the Andrew Jackson Visitor Center with an audio tour of the gallery, museum, grounds, and garden. Holiday tours are offered daily now through January 1. For those looking for a unique learning experience, we are happy to announce that our popular interpretive wagon tour will be extended throughout the winter months, giving visitors insight into the winter and holiday activities of the enslaved communities. This half-hour tour of the Hermitage grounds by horse-drawn wagon takes visitors to the First Hermitage where Jackson lived from 1804 to 1821, to the site of the Cotton Gin and Press, to the Field Quarter, and to several archaeological sites associated with slavery and farming. Tickets are available daily, weather permitting, at the Andrew Jackson Visitor Center with purchase of regular admission. The cost per ticket is $10, with children under 5 ride free. Groups can purchase tickets in advance, but please note that the wagon can only accommodate 14 people per trip.
New RACHEL Webconferencing Program!The Hermitage is pleased to announce a new educational initiative: Reinforcing American History through Electronic Learning (RACHEL), our new webconferencing program. Teachers who are facing high transportation costs, limited classroom time, or are too far away to come to The Hermitage for an on-site visit (or all of the above) can now participate in an online, interactive educational program with The Hermitage's Education Department. Click here for the FAQ!
Tulip Grove Interior ToursJoin an interpreter for an interior tour of Tulip Grove Mansion, home of Jackson's ward and private secretary, Andrew Jackson Donelson. Learn about one of the finest Greek Revival building in Tennessee and the families who lived here during its 130 year history as a private home. Tours are offered Monday through Friday 10am - 2pm. Tickets may be purchased at the Andrew Jackson Visitor Center. For those that frequent Facebook, be sure to join The Hermitage, Home of President Andrew Jackson. Click here to keep up to date with current happenings and photos of our ongoing restoration!
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Andrew Jackson always welcomed visitors to his home. Since The Hermitage opened as a museum in 1889 over 15 million people have crossed its threshold. We invite you to become part of that tradition. Plan your family, group, or school visit to The Hermitage today!
