the hermitage, home of president andrew jackson

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  510terrig

  If you appreciate authenticy you will love the tour, presentation and preservation at The Hermitage. The insight gained from this visit will give new respect for Jackson and his Presidency at a tumultuous time in US history. The glimpse into Jackson's personal life and relational depth is moving.

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  CloverAcres

  We took the audio tour but there are real persons in the mansion who, in their costumes, give a description of the various rooms, the history and interesting tidbits. And they answered any questions posed to them. There are also many exhibits and beautiful (in the summer!) gardens. It was worth the money.

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  Frenchladi

  Lots of walking if you do the grounds, so wear walking shoes. The guided tour is the best or you can look around on your own.

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  millerjudy2000

  Learned so much about Andrew Jackson! Very well done museum and we did the audio tour. It was a rainy day but that had very little impact. The museum and home are fascinating. Well worth the price for this American history!

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  Amazing piece of our history! If you enjoy imagining what life was like many, many years ago this is the place for you! Beautiful home with original furniture owned and used by President Jackson! We even got to see the robe and slippers he actually wore! Lovely old trees dot the expansive property. Definitely a must see!

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  Roddy66

  This is a great memorial to a former president, the visitor center is very nice and the house well maintained, the gardens are also very nice.

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  158adelem

  This is a very well presented museum and historic estate that uses technology well- film and audio handsets to use throughout the tour of the mansion and grounds. There is no attempt to cover up or smooth over the unacceptable aspects of Jackson's life- the ownership of slaves etc- as some historical attractions do- and you get a sense of authenticity throughout. A great deal of attention to detail is paid throughout the mansion and site- guides are in period dress, there are written and audio guides to explain each point of interest. We visited in March and the grounds were still attractive- they must be very pleasant in the summer. It's a good insight into the life of Jackson and of the times. Worth a visit.The restaurant menu and the food we purchased is poor- quite the most limited and unappetising food we have had at an American attraction- the restaurant area itself is very pleasant- it is just the product that is poor- take your own food.

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  JudyL769

  Set on a former cotton plantation, this Presidential home is a must see if you're a history buff. The Visitor Center is informative and the home is in pristine condition. Docents in costume are knowledgeable. Bring the kids - they'll learn something about the South during the early 19th century.

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  travelerjen80

  I've visited here twice now and this is a lovely place, with just the right mix of history, charm and beauty. Most of the tour is self guided, so you can explore the expansive grounds at your own pace and not be in a pack of people. You do go into the actual mansion with a group of people, about 15. This is where there's wonderful tour guides in period garb. The house has mostly original items inside and you walk the halls and upstairs. There are glass windows to the rooms, so they are better able to preserve the historic items, but you can see in quite well. I love the dining room and the beds. Once you exit the mansion you are on your own. The audio tour is nice, but it's up to each person. I like walking down to the spring, the slave quarters are an awakening and the gardens are beautiful. It is nice to pay your respects at the gravesites of the Jackson family. The gift shop is very nice as well. Many nice gift ideas.

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  38debrab

  The Home is beautiful, but there was glass over all the doors and the glare made it hard to see inside the rooms, plus you could not see the entire room. I understand it is to preserve but it was the only tour we took that had this, all the others had roped off areas which made it easier to see. There were several guides and as you went from one area to another the next guide would take over instead of one tour guide for the whole tour. The grounds and outer buildings were beautiful and well maintained. The outside is self guided with audio the tell about each area, The gardens and family cemetery were well maintained. Do not skip the film at the beginning, it is very interesting.