Events
- February 25FREE EVENT- Black History Month at The Hermitage: FREEDOM
Representatives from the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center in Cincinnati, Ohio will join us as The Hermitage is named as a Freedom Station, along with a discussion of the Underground Railroad in Nashville. All Black History Month events are FREE and open to the public. The series is sponsored by The Cracker Barrel Foundation and The Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority.
- March 15President Jackson's Birthday: Half-Price Admission ALL DAY
On Wednesday, March 15, 2012 The Hermitage, Home of President Andrew Jackson is proud and excited to celebrate the 245th birthday of President Andrew Jackson. Admission is HALF PRICE all day.
Every year on March 15th, we pause to remember the birthday and accomplishments of Andrew Jackson- the orphaned son of Irish immigrants who grew up to become a Tennessee pioneer and one of America’s foremost military heroes, political leaders, and Seventh President of the United States.
Two hundred and forty five years ago, Andrew Jackson was born in South Carolina. While he spent his youth in the Carolinas, Tennessee was his adopted home. In 1804, Jackson purchased the farm near Nashville that he would name “The Hermitage” and call home for the rest of his life. He was buried here in 1845.
Schedule of Events
10:00 a.m.- Ceremonial wreath laying at Andrew Jackson’s Tomb -The Hermitage Garden
11:00 a.m.- Happy Birthday, General Jackson!- Cabin By The Spring- Free birthday cake for all (while supplies last)
1:00 p.m.- Andrew Jackson VI signs $20 bills- Andrew Jackson Visitor Center Lobby
2:00 p.m. - "Tennessee and the Declaration of the War of 1812” by Tom Kanon- Andrew Jackson Visitor Center Auditorium
9:00, 12:00, 2:00, 3:00- War of 1812 Educational Activities for kids- Education Building
Activities underway all day
Orientation film on Andrew Jackson- Andrew Jackson Visitor Center Auditorium
*The 2:08, 2:38, and 3:08 films will show in the Andrew Jackson Visitor Center Boardoom.
Audio & Mansion Tours
“ The Regulars, By God” - Living History Demonstrations
Hermitage by Wagon Tours - Tickets for the Wagon Tours are $10 and may be purchased at ticket office. Children age 5 and under ride for free.
Questions? Contact Kelly Wilkerson.
- March 31Spring Volunteer Orientation
Interested in becoming a Hermitage volunteer? Join Kelly Wilkerson and Debbie Bourne, the Hermitage volunteer coordinators, for our spring volunteer orientation on Saturday, March 31st from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Volunteers are critical to the success of the preservation and education mission of The Hermitage and are a great way to give back to your community. Hermitage volunteers participate in bringing history to life for our guests by working with daily operations and special events in time increments that fit your schedule and availability. To register for the volunteer orientation, contact Kelly Wilkerson by email or by phone at 615-889-2941 ext. 211.
- May 16Spring Outing Luncheon 2012
Please join us in celebrating this time-honored tradition of The Ladies' Hermitage Association. Share a lovely lunch with family and friends amidst our exquisite garden. Enjoy musical entertainment, hear a compelling speaker, and take pride in supporting the mission of The Hermitage to preserve, educate, and inspire.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at 11:00 A.M.
The Hermitage Garden
For more information please contact:
Pam King, Vice President of Development
615-889-2941, ex: 200
