The Hermitage, Home of Old Hickory

Step inside the Hermitage, the plantation home where Andrew “Old Hickory” Jackson forged a reputation for boundless hospitality. The narrative paints vivid pictures of a grand yet simple house framed by cedar‑lined driveways, Corinthian columns, and a formal garden that once cradled the memory of his beloved wife. Visitors can almost hear the creak of Jackson’s carriage as they wander through rooms still furnished with mahogany pieces, hand‑painted wallpaper, and the very books that lined his library.

Beyond the bricks and gardens, the book explores how the Hermitage became a living testament to an era when a wandering peddler and a sitting president might enjoy the same warm welcome. It also honors the women of the Ladies’ Hermitage Association, whose dedication has kept the site authentic for modern eyes. Listeners will gain a nuanced glimpse of Jackson’s personal world before the tumult of his national politics took center stage.