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February 2020
In Their Footsteps Tours
Friday, February 14 - Sunday, March 1
In honor of Black History Month, Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage will offer select stories from the upcoming “In Their Footsteps: Lives of the Hermitage Enslaved” tour free with admission on select weekends. These stories will highlight the lives of the enslaved men and women who lived at The Hermitage during the life of Andrew Jackson and beyond his death. Tour guides will discuss how vital their lives were to the operation of the plantation, the harsh reality of the enslaved system and how these men and women endured until gaining their freedom.
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President’s Day at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage
Monday, February 17, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Traditional celebrations of President’s Day (originally “Washington’s Birthday”) have often included a public reading of George Washington’s Farewell Address. Join us on the front lawn of Andrew Jackson’s home to learn about the most famous President’s Day of the Jackson Presidency and listen to his remarks on Washington’s notable address.
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President’s Day at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage
Monday, February 17, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Traditional celebrations of President’s Day (originally “Washington’s Birthday”) have often included a public reading of George Washington’s Farewell Address. Join us on the front lawn of Andrew Jackson’s home to learn about the most famous President’s Day of the Jackson Presidency and listen to his remarks on Washington’s notable address.
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Black History Month: Memorial Service
Saturday, February 29, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join us for our annual commemoration of those once enslaved at The Hermitage and throughout the country. Held at The Hermitage Church, the service will feature music and special remarks, followed by a procession to the slavery memorial, “Follow the Drinking Gourd,” located behind the church. One hundred and fifty flowers will be laid, marked with the names of all those known to have been enslaved at The Hermitage. Complimentary hot chocolate will be served following the service. The…
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President Jackson’s 253rd Birthday Celebration
Sunday, March 15, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Come celebrate President Jackson’s 253rd birthday on Sunday, March 15 with us and receive half-price general admission for the day! The celebration will include our annual Presidential wreath-laying ceremony with the Tennessee National Guard at noon at the President’s Tomb.
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Yoga at The Hermitage
Tuesday, March 31, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join us for a transformative 8-week experience of Yoga at The Hermitage! Yoga has the power to change individuals and communities through healing and connection. Small World Yoga will offer Tuesday evening sessions at surprise locations across The Hermitage grounds this spring, March 31 - May 19, 2020 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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Hermitage Homeschool Day
Friday, April 3, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Farming this plantation wasn’t just man’s work. Come see what life looked like for the women on the plantation as we explore the lives of Rachel and Sarah Jackson who organized and oversaw the work of the household and the enslaved staff who supported them. Learn about Gracy, Louisa, Hannah, Betty, and the many other women whose special skills kept people fed, clean, clothed and healthy.
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Vintage Baseball
Saturday, April 4
Join The Hermitage for a fun day of baseball with the Nashville Vintage Base Ball League! Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy some old-fashioned ball games on our newly expanded playing field.
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Yoga at The Hermitage
Tuesday, April 7, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join us for a transformative 8-week experience of Yoga at The Hermitage! Yoga has the power to change individuals and communities through healing and connection. Small World Yoga will offer Tuesday evening sessions at surprise locations across The Hermitage grounds this spring, March 31 - May 19, 2020 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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Yoga at The Hermitage
Tuesday, April 14, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join us for a transformative 8-week experience of Yoga at The Hermitage! Yoga has the power to change individuals and communities through healing and connection. Small World Yoga will offer Tuesday evening sessions at surprise locations across The Hermitage grounds this spring, March 31 - May 19, 2020 from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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