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See the Home of the 7th President This Winter
Tour the Greek Revival-style mansion that Andrew Jackson and his family called home. Take a horse-drawn wagon tour. Stroll through a garden fit for a First Lady. See the presidential carriage Jackson used. Stop by the Museum Store for the perfect gift and souvenir. Don’t forget to sample local wine and craft beer in the onsite tasting room, Natchez Hills Winery, and Southern-style cooking at FKS Kitchen.
This 1,120-acre National Historic Landmark is presidential history in Nashville’s backyard.
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It’s#NationalHotChocolateDay! Chocolate consumption is known to have existed in various parts of the world for at least several centuries. From mill workers and farm hands to wealthy aristocrats, chocolate was a delicacy in America during the late 18th to early 19th centuries. The more common edible candy forms of today began to be created in the late 1840s. Presidents such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson spoke fondly of chocolate drinks and even commissioned personal chocolate pots for their homes. It is highly likely that Andrew Jackson too consumed chocolate at the White House and at The Hermitage.
Owning his own set of general stores in the early 1800s, it is noted that Jackson “made many buying trips to major cities such as Baltimore… and Philadelphia….” Philadelphia was the United States Capital at the time and the second largest chocolate manufacturing city behind Boston. One account book notes Ann Hay bought 1lb. of chocolate from Jackson’s store.
This beautiful blue and gold chocolate cup features a Greek key pattern and may have been part of the dessert service ordered for Andrew Jackson’s White House in 1833. Multiple cups with this pattern can be seen on display in The Hermitage mansion.
Image source: Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage Collection.
Feb 1
Have you visited #TheHermitage? If so, we would love to see your photos! Tag us in your photos from your visit!
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Jan 31
Last month, we shared this photo asking you to come up with the best caption–and you did not disappoint! Congratulations to Danielle Brannon for winning two Grounds Passes to Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage with the caption “The childish wonder of the first snowfall connects us to our ancestors; encouraging us to take a moment to live a little more slowly.” Send us a message to claim your passes.
Jan 30
It is our pleasure to introduce you to Olivia Fryburger, one of our historical interpreters. Find out more about her in our latest Staff Spotlight.
And if you are interested in working for our National Historic Landmark, take a look at the job opportunities available at the link in bio.
Jan 30
#TheHermitage offers an exclusive 90-minute tour given by our own President and CEO, Howard J. Kittell.
The Commander-in-Chief Tour gives visitors a glimpse of the grounds, mansion, garden and even the tomb where both Andrew and Rachel Jackson are buried.
Book your tickets here at the link in bio.
Jan 27
Love is in the air at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage ♥️
Contact us today to tour our venue spaces
Jan 27
Don’t miss out! Join The Hermitage and @jjacksonmobilemixologist for a Valentine’s-themed cocktail workshop, perfect for a date, Galentine’s night or a group of friends looking for a fun way to celebrate the day of love. Participants will have the chance to make three drinks while enjoying music, trivia and more fun. All tickets include a stainless-steel bar tools kit (valued at $49).
Purchase your tickets today at the link in bio!
Jan 27
Plan a trip to visit the home of the 7th president for #NationalPlanYourVacationDay. #TheHermitage offers a variety of tours sure to be educational and inspiring for the whole family!
Plan your visit through the link in bio.
Jan 26
Our historic garden team is hard at work in our greenhouse preparing seeds that will be planted in the mansion garden this spring! Check out our latest blog post at the link in bio to keep up with what's happening in the Hermitage Garden.
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Jan 24
It’s trivia time again! In what year did Andrew Jackson first appear on the $20 bill? Leave your guesses below.
Jan 23
Our Education department has programs perfect for any age! Check out the link in our bio to learn more about our curriculum-based, hands-on programs available at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage.
Jan 20
You could have a chance to win a trip to Music City! Win a trip for you and a guest to Nashville that includes hotel accommodations, tickets to a variety of cultural and historical tours, and more from @visitmusiccity.* Sweepstakes ends February 5, 2022!
*Must be a legal U.S. resident 21 years or older to enter.
Enter at the link in bio!
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