The Hermitage, the 1837 mansion of seventh president Andrew Jackson, is the most authentic presidential home in the United States. The 1,100-acre plantation is home to the Jackson family mansion, formal garden, slave quarters and original log cabin that the Jacksons inhabited in 1804. The grounds are also home to the tombs of President and Mrs. Jackson. The Hermitage features Jackson artifacts and permanent exhibits, and much of the original home furnishings are on display.
The grounds, terrace and café are available for private event rentals. The Hermitage is open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM. Tours are self-guided, save for the 20-minute guided tour of the mansion. Adult admission is $7 for children ages 6-12, $11 for students ages 13-18, $15 for adults and $13 for seniors. Admission for children under 5 is free. On-site parking is complimentary. For more information: 615-889-2941
