Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
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Andrew Johnson National Historic Site is a National Historic Site in Greeneville, Tennessee, maintained by the National Park Service. It was established to honor Andrew Johnson, the 17th president of the United States, who became president after Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. The site includes two of Johnson's homes, his tailor shop, and his grave site within the Andrew Johnson National Cemetery.
About Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
Andrew Johnson's complex presidency (1865-69) illustrates the Constitution at work following the Civil War. As the President and Congress disagreed on Reconstruction methods, the Constitution served as their guide on balance of powers, vetoes, and impeachment. In the end, it evolved as a living document with pivotal amendments on freedom, citizenship, and voting rights - topics still vital today.
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Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
Summer Hours: Generally open daily from 9 am to 4pm Winter/Spring Hours: Generally open Wednesday through Sunday from 9 am to 4 pm. The historic Andrew Johnson Homestead, 209 South Main Street may be open by guided tour at 10:00, 11:00, 2:00 & 3:00, based on staffing. Tours are limited to 10. Tickets are available at the Visitor Center until 15 minutes prior to tour time. Check with Visitor Center desk for availability, as schedule modifications are sometimes necessary.
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| 9:00AM - 4:00PM | 9:00AM - 4:00PM | 9:00AM - 4:00PM | 9:00AM - 4:00PM | 9:00AM - 4:00PM | 9:00AM - 4:00PM | 9:00AM - 4:00PM |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Andrew Johnson National Historic Site?
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site is free to enter.
What are the best activities at Andrew Johnson National Historic Site?
Popular activities at Andrew Johnson National Historic Site include: Arts and Culture, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Junior Ranger Program, Museum Exhibits.
What is the weather like at Andrew Johnson National Historic Site?
There are four distinct seasons in East Tennessee, but temperature and weather conditions can vary widely within those seasons. Spring and Fall are generally pleasant with frequent rain showers. Summer and Winter ranges can be extreme. The President's Homestead is not climate controlled and may be closed at times during excessive highs or lows in the summer and winter.
How do I get to Andrew Johnson National Historic Site?
GPS The GPS setting for Andrew Johnson NHS may be listed as 121 Monument Ave, which is the park HQ in the National Cemetery. To arrive at the Visitor Center, use 101 North College Street, Greeneville, TN. Plane The closest airport is the Tri-Cities Regional Airport, 43 miles NE of Greeneville. From the airport, take I-81 South to exit 36 and follow the signs to Greeneville. Car From I-81S take exit 36 to Rt. 172 south to Greeneville. From I-81N take exit 23 to Rt. 11E north to Greeneville.
Entrance Fees
Free Admission
Weather
There are four distinct seasons in East Tennessee, but temperature and weather conditions can vary widely within those seasons. Spring and Fall are generally pleasant with frequent rain showers. Summer and Winter ranges can be extreme. The President's Homestead is not climate controlled and may be closed at times during excessive highs or lows in the summer and winter.
Directions
GPS The GPS setting for Andrew Johnson NHS may be listed as 121 Monument Ave, which is the park HQ in the National Cemetery. To arrive at the Visitor Center, use 101 North College Street, Greeneville, TN. Plane The closest airport is the Tri-Cities Regional Airport, 43 miles NE of Greeneville. From the airport, take I-81 South to exit 36 and follow the signs to Greeneville. Car From I-81S take exit 36 to Rt. 172 south to Greeneville. From I-81N take exit 23 to Rt. 11E north to Greeneville.
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