The Hermitage
Tennessee
The Hermitage is a National Historic Landmark and museum located just east of downtown Nashville, Tennessee. It was the home of Andrew Jackson, the seventh president of the United States, who owned the 1,000-acre estate from 1804 until his death in 1845. The site includes the mansion where Jackson lived intermittently until his retirement, as well as his final resting place. The mansion is a notable example of Greek Revival architecture, rebuilt after a fire in the 1830s, featuring a grand portico with Corinthian columns and a rectangular layout. The interior boasts elegant parlors with crystal chandeliers, Italian marble mantels, and a distinctive "Eighth of January" mantelpiece commemorating the Battle of New Orleans. The grounds include multiple cabins, gardens, and an enslaved persons' cemetery, reflecting the plantation's complex history. Visitors can explore the house's rooms, including bedrooms used by notable guests such as Sam Houston and Presidents Polk and Van Buren, as well as Jackson's library and office. The Hermitage offers a profound insight into early 19th-century American history, architecture, and the legacy of one of its most controversial presidents.
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Consejo: Visitors are encouraged to plan their visit during spring or fall for pleasant weather and to consider purchasing tickets in advance to avoid lines. Guided tours, including VIP options, provide deeper historical context. Discounts are available for seniors, military personnel, and students. The site also hosts special events and educational programs throughout the year, enhancing the visitor experience.
Datos interesantes
- •The "Eighth of January" mantelpiece in the dining room was carved by a veteran of the Battle of New Orleans and completed over several years, commemorating the battle's anniversary.
- •The Hermitage was home to several U.S. presidents and notable figures, including Sam Houston, James K. Polk, and Martin Van Buren, who stayed as guests.
- •The original mansion was rebuilt after a devastating chimney fire in 1834, resulting in the current Greek Revival style structure completed in 1837.
Historia
The Hermitage was originally established by Andrew Jackson in 1804, beginning as a log cabin residence.
Between 1819 and 1821, a Federal-style brick mansion was constructed on the site.
In 1831, the house was remodeled in Classical style, but after a chimney fire in 1834, it was rebuilt as a Greek Revival mansion completed in 1837 by architects Joseph Reiff and William C.
Hume.
The estate functioned as a large cotton plantation worked by enslaved people, growing from nine enslaved individuals in 1804 to 110 by Jackson's death in 1845.
Over time, the property evolved into a historic site preserving the legacy and complex history of Andrew Jackson and his era.
Guía del lugar
Main Mansion1837
The Greek Revival mansion features a rectangular layout with a prominent southern portico supported by six Corinthian columns. Inside, visitors can admire the entry hall with block-printed wallpaper from Paris, the elliptical cantilevered staircase, and elegant parlors with crystal chandeliers and Italian marble mantels.
Dining Room and "Eighth of January" Mantelpiece1839
This room contains the unique mantelpiece carved by a war veteran, symbolizing the Battle of New Orleans. The dining room is connected to a pantry and an open passageway to the separate kitchen building, designed to reduce fire risk and cooking disturbances.
Bedrooms and Library
The mansion's second floor includes bedrooms used by Jackson's family and distinguished guests such as Sam Houston and Presidents Polk and Van Buren. The west wing houses Jackson's library and office, offering insight into his personal and political life.
Enslaved Persons' Cemetery and Grounds
The estate grounds include an enslaved persons' cemetery and multiple cabins that reflect the plantation's history and the lives of those enslaved there. The grounds also feature gardens and walking paths that provide context to the plantation's operation and social history.
Contacto
Teléfono: (615) 889-2941