President Andrew Johnson Museum and Library, Presidential museum and library in Tusculum, Tennessee.
The museum and library occupy the Old College building at Tusculum University, displaying manuscripts, documents, and personal objects from the 17th President's life. The collection spans different periods and offers insight into both his private and public existence.
The institution was founded in 1994 after the President's great-granddaughter donated her family collection to her former university. This act preserved an important archive for public research and education.
The collection reveals Johnson's daily life through his personal books and household items that belonged to him. These objects help visitors understand the person beyond the political role.
The building is located within the university grounds and welcomes visitors on weekdays. Researchers can schedule appointments to access the collections for in-depth study.
The collection includes furnishings and everyday items that belonged to Johnson, including an object originally intended for another president. These unexpected connections reveal the networks and relationships of that era.
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