Hermitage Gala: Photos from a Fabulous Evening
November 1, 2021
The Hermitage Gala was back in person this year, and did not disappoint. From beautiful florals and lively music to seeing old and new friends more...
Jacksonian Gazette
January 2017 – Letter from the CEO
January 17, 2017
Earlier this month, at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage we commemorated the 202nd anniversary of the Battle of New Orleans. This is a tradition that began at more...
Posted in Educational Resources, Jacksonian Gazette
A Good Start…and A Great Legacy: Annual Fund 2017
January 12, 2017
We have lots to be thankful for at the start of 2017! Many of you sent Annual Fund gifts during the first half of our more...
Posted in Development, Jacksonian Gazette
2017 Black History Month Programming at The Hermitage
January 11, 2017
Black History Month Presented by Regions Bank The history of The Hermitage as a residence for the Jackson family spans many generations. President Jackson and more...
Posted in Educational Resources, Jacksonian Gazette
End of Year Giving
December 12, 2016
Our Stockings are Hung Please help fill them with gifts of ALL sizes! Andrew Jackson’s family letters tell us that although the President’s grandchildren weren’t more...
Posted in Development, Jacksonian Gazette
Battle of New Orleans
December 9, 2016
January 8th, 2017 marks the 202nd anniversary of the Battle of New Orleans. On the plain of Chalmette, Louisiana, Andrew Jackson and a mixed force more...
Posted in Jacksonian Gazette
Joys of the season
December 9, 2016
When Andrew Jackson extended this greeting while he was president, the “season” was short and consisted primarily of Christmas. His greeting is as apropos in more...
Posted in General, Jacksonian Gazette
Andrew Jackson’s Favorite Holiday Dessert Recipe
December 8, 2016
After returning to the Hermitage, Jackson required those in charge of cooking to learn French culinary methods. One of Jackson’s favorite desserts was said to more...
Posted in Educational Resources, Jacksonian Gazette
President Jackson’s Pistol on loan to the National Museum of the American Indian
November 14, 2016
Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage has partnered with the National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI) to feature President Jackson’s Phillip Creamer pistol in an exhibit in more...
Posted in Educational Resources, Jacksonian Gazette
Give a Jackson, Get More History – #GivingTuesday
November 14, 2016
#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving taking place on November 29th. Your participation can start right here at Andrew Jackson’s Hermitage! For each gift more...
Posted in Development, Jacksonian Gazette
The Hermitage Awarded Federal Grant to Expand Interactive Programming
November 11, 2016
The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) awarded the Andrew Jackson Foundation a $115,109 grant to develop a long-range interpretive plan that will inform more...
Posted in Development, Jacksonian Gazette
A Letter from our CEO – Veteran’s Day
November 10, 2016
Veteran’s Day provides an opportunity for each of us to reflect on and show our gratitude to the women and men who have given of more...