Preservation of the Hermitage, 1889-1915 recounts the dedicated efforts of the Ladies' Hermitage Association in acquiring, restoring, and maintaining the historic home of General Andrew Jackson. Spanning over a quarter of a century, this volume details the annals, history, and stories surrounding the preservation of this iconic landmark. Mary C. Dorris meticulously chronicles the challenges and triumphs faced by the Association in their mission to safeguard the Hermitage for future generations. From securing initial funding to undertaking extensive restoration projects, the book highlights the unwavering commitment of these women to preserving a crucial piece of American history. Readers will gain insight into the social and historical context of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as well as the evolving landscape of historic preservation efforts in the United States. This book offers a valuable resource for historians, preservationists, and anyone interested in the legacy of Andrew Jackson and the vital role of women in preserving American heritage. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.				
				
				
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