Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
Andrew Johnson's complex presidency (1865-69) illustrates the Constitution at work following the Civil War.
Photo: NPS Photo / NPS
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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Driving times from Andrew Johnson National Historic Site, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site
- Mon
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Tue
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Wed
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Thu
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Fri
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Sat
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Sun
- 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Activities
Getting there
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.
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Andrew Johnson National Historic Site?
- Popular activities include Arts and Culture, Guided Tours, Junior Ranger Program, Museum Exhibits, Self-Guided Tours - Walking.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Andrew Johnson National Historic Site?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Blue Ridge Parkway (1 h 10 min), Cumberland Gap National Historical Park (1 h 34 min), Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site (1 h 35 min), Great Smoky Mountains National Park (1 h 49 min), Obed Wild & Scenic River (2 h 3 min), Cowpens National Battlefield (2 h 22 min).