The Hermitage (Andrew Jackson)

The Hermitage (Andrew Jackson) is a Greek Revival landmark in Nashville, Tennessee, and a filming location for Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier (1955). Built in 1837, it was designed by Joseph Reiff and William C. Hume, and is a National Historic Landmark. It is owned by Andrew Jackson Foundation (formerly Ladies' Hermitage Association).

Location: 4580 Rachel's Lane, Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Verified facts

• Located in Hermitage, Nashville
  confidence 75/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-1048, SRC-1049, SRC-3183
• Designed by Joseph Reiff and William C. Hume
  confidence 75/100 · 3 recorded source groups · SRC-1050, SRC-1048, SRC-3184
• Built in 1837
  confidence 80/100 · 5 recorded source groups · SRC-1050, SRC-1048, SRC-6089, SRC-6090, SRC-9313
• Architectural style: Greek Revival
  confidence 70/100 · 2 recorded source groups · SRC-1050, SRC-1049
• Historic designation: National Historic Landmark; National Register of Historic Places
  confidence 90/100 · 4 recorded source groups · SRC-1048, SRC-1051, SRC-3185, SRC-1049
• Owned by Andrew Jackson Foundation (formerly Ladies' Hermitage Association)
  confidence 90/100 · 5 recorded source groups · SRC-1048, SRC-1050, SRC-3184, SRC-4506, SRC-4507
• Appeared in Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier (movie, 1955)
  confidence 80/100 · 6 recorded source groups · SRC-1048, SRC-3492, SRC-7005, SRC-7006, SRC-9331, SRC-9765
• Historic designation: National Historic Landmark
  confidence 85/100 · 4 recorded source groups · SRC-3562, SRC-3563, SRC-3564, SRC-1049

Evidence & sources

• SRC-1048 — Wikipedia — The Hermitage (Nashville, Tennessee) (Tier 3, encyclopedia; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-1049 — National Register of Historic Places / NHL Inventory–Nomination Form, The Hermitage (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-1050 — Andrew Jackson's Hermitage — Mansion (official site) (Tier 1, official_site; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-1051 — National Trust for Historic Preservation — The Hermitage: Home of President Andrew Jackson (Tier 2, institutional; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-3183 — Tennessee Encyclopedia — The Hermitage (Tier 2, reference_scholarship; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-3184 — HISTORY.com — Hermitage (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-3185 — The Cultural Landscape Foundation — Andrew Jackson's Hermitage (Tier 2, reference_scholarship; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-3492 — The Walt Disney Family Museum — Walt and the King of the Wild Frontier (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-3562 — thehermitage.com (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-3563 — nps.gov (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-3564 — wikipedia.org (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-4506 — Thehermitage (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-4507 — Smithsonianmag (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-4868 — Andrew Jackson's Hermitage (official site) (Tier 1, institutional; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-5160 — Mt. Juliet Chamber of Commerce (Tier 2, chamber_of_commerce; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-5161 — eVisitorGuide Nashville (Tier 3, travel_guide; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-6089 — The History Mom — Andrew Jackson's Hermitage (Tennessee) (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-6090 — Leisure Group Travel — The Hermitage Preserves the Legacy of Andrew Jackson (Tier 3, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-7005 — IMDb – Davy Crockett: King of the Wild Frontier (1955) Filming & Production / Locations (Tier 3, film_database; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-7006 — Classic Golden Age Films – Davy Crockett: King of the Wild Frontier (1955) (Tier 3, film_blog; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-9313 — EBSCO Research Starters — The Hermitage (History) (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-9331 — Jeff Arnold's West — The Celluloid Alamo: 5 (Tier 2, film_history; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-9765 — The Greeneville Sun — Massey: The Crocketts, They're Here! (Tier 2, journalism_of_record; retrieved June 2026)

How we verify

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Source tiers are internal classifications, not guarantees of accuracy or independence.
Several sources may repeat the same underlying account; a source count alone does not establish independent corroboration. We show the
street address only for non-residential public landmarks (museums, commercial and civic buildings,
publicly documented filming-location sites); the exact addresses of private residences and any
personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.

Frequently asked questions

How is The Hermitage (Andrew Jackson) connected to Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier?

The Hermitage (Andrew Jackson), in Nashville, Tennessee, has a documented connection to Davy Crockett, King of the Wild Frontier. Read the sourced facts on this page for the type of connection.

Can you visit The Hermitage (Andrew Jackson)?

Yes — The Hermitage (Andrew Jackson) is open to the public. Hours: Daily 8:30am-5:30pm (last tickets 4pm, last mansion tour line-up 4:30pm); closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day. Admission: Adult $29.95, senior 62+/veteran $26.95, child 5-12 $19.95, 4 & under free; VIP 90-min tour $69.95.

Who designed The Hermitage (Andrew Jackson)?

The Hermitage (Andrew Jackson) was designed by Joseph Reiff and William C. Hume.

Where is The Hermitage (Andrew Jackson) located?

The Hermitage (Andrew Jackson) is located in Nashville, Tennessee.