Website: https://thehermitage.com/
Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage is a historic house museum and National Historic Landmark in Nashville, Tennessee, presented as the “Home of the 7th President.” The site preserves the mansion and estate of Andrew Jackson, the seventh President of the United States, across a 1,120-acre property. It operates as a public history attraction offering guided tours, grounds access, educational programming, and special events, and it is a destination for visitors interested in early American history and presidential heritage.
Services
The Hermitage offers general admission tours of the mansion and grounds along with several specialty experiences. The VIP Tour is described as a “90-minute guided experience through the grounds, mansion, gardens, and Jackson’s Tomb.” The “In Their Footsteps” tour is a “60-minute guided walking tour exploring the lives of the men, women, and children enslaved” at the estate. Wagon Tours are also available for scenic experiences across the property.
Admission pricing listed on the site is as follows. Adults (13 and older) pay $29.95. Seniors (62 and older), veterans, and active military pay $26.95. Youth ages 5 to 12 pay $19.95, and children 4 and under are free. A Family Pass for two adults and two youth is $93.80. The VIP Tour is $69.95 for non-members and $59.95 for members, while the In Their Footsteps tour is $49.95 for non-members and $39.95 for members.
Additional offerings include educational programs spanning K-12, lifelong learning, and youth leadership, along with an events calendar that features concerts and living history experiences. On-site amenities include Andrew and Rachel’s Cafe, which offers locally roasted coffee and craft beer, and a museum store carrying souvenirs, books, and regional products.
About
The Hermitage is the former home and estate of Andrew Jackson. It is designated a National Historic Landmark and spans 1,120 acres. The organization presents the history of Jackson, his family, and the enslaved people who lived and labored on the property through interpretive tours, exhibits, and programs. Group visits and educational tours are accommodated, and the site maintains an exhibits program alongside its mansion and grounds tours.
Location & Contact
The Hermitage is located at 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville, TN 37076. The phone number is (615) 889-2941. General hours are 8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with the last tickets sold at 5:00 p.m. and the mansion line closing at 5:30 p.m. The site is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day, and operates reduced hours of 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on the day before Thanksgiving. A contact form is available through the website.
Additional Information
Primary sections of the website include Plan Your Visit, Events and Activities, Education, Support, and Discover The Hermitage, along with Andrew Jackson biography sections, Group Visits, and Exhibits. The site references an Accessibility and Assistance section for visitors who need additional support.
Profile compiled from the company’s official website (thehermitage.com).