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Andrew Jackson's HermitagevsTennessee State Museum
Both Andrew Jackson's Hermitage and Tennessee State Museum are highly recommended by writers. On balance, Andrew Jackson's Hermitage ranks slightly higher than Tennessee State Museum. Andrew Jackson's Hermitage scores 80 with accolades from 5 reviews such as Afar Magazine, Michelin Guide and Fodor's.
Andrew Jackson's Hermitage
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Travel + Leisure
Where
Michelin Guide
U.S. News & World Report Fodor's
4580 Rachel's Lane, Nashville, TN 37076-1344
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Fodor's "The life and times of Andrew Jackson, known as Old Hickory, are reflected with great care at this house and museum." Full review
Afar Magazine "Pictured here is Tulip Grove, just one of the structures on the 1,100-acre site where former President Andrew Jackson once lived and now rests with his wife Rachel." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Touring the plantation home and resting place of the seventh U.S. president, Andrew Jackson, is a favorite activity for history buffs and locals who grew up learning about his legacy. " Full review
Where "Guides in period costume welcome guests to the home of our nation’s seventh president, Andrew Jackson." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"This former cotton plantation (1,120 acres/450ha) was built for Andrew Jackson (1767-1845), military hero from Tennessee and 7th president of the Union." Full review
U.S. News & World Report13.0
"Constructed in 1821 for President Andrew Jackson, this Greek Revival mansion now stands as a National Historic Landmark and a preserved window into the president's home life" Full review
Fodor's "Tours of the Greek Revival–style mansion are given daily by guides in full period dress, and you can explore outbuildings, gardens, the museum and Andrew Jackson’s final resting place at your own pace" Full review
Tennessee State Museum Fodor's
Lonely Planet Afar Magazine Where U.S. News & World Report Fodor's Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
Frommer's
505 Deaderick Street, Nashville, TN 37243
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Fodor's "More than 6,000 artifacts and rotating art and history exhibits trace the state's development." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"For history buffs, this engaging but not flashy museum offers a worthy look at the state's past." Full review
Afar Magazine "Located in downtown Nashville and free to visit, the museum also holds excellent exhibits." Full review
Where "This free museum offers a fascinating look at the history of Tennessee, from prehistoric times through the 20th century." Full review
U.S. News & World Report8.0
"The large museum showcases permanent exhibits that display the heritage of Tennessee's natural history; Native American history; military and sporting history; and Civil War history." Full review
Fodor's "Visitors to the museum will find thousands of artifacts and pieces of art in the museum's permanent collection, as well as periodic rotating exhibitions, all telling the story of Tennessee." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Tennessee Time Tunnel tells the story of the state through artifacts, exhibits, and stories from the permanent collection"
Nashville Travel Guide
February 26, 2021
Travel + Leisure "With permanent exhibits dedicated to the First People of Tennessee, the state during the Civil War and Reconstruction, and the "age of Andrew Jackson," all set alongside rotating ones"
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April 21, 2022
Frommer's "Although the history of Tennessee is the focus at the Tennessee State Museum, the mummy steals the show." Full review
