All Men Are Created Equal Tour

This 90-minute guided tour invites visitors to explore how the United States grappled with the meaning of equality from its founding through the Civil War era. Starting from the grounds and interior of Rippa Villa, the tour traces the decades-long tension over slavery and how this fundamental disagreement gradually pulled the nation apart. It's a thoughtful way to understand this pivotal period in American history through the lens of a home that stood at the center of these struggles. The tour costs $29 per person and is offered at 9 a.m. on Mondays and Fridays. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes early. You can purchase tickets online in advance. A unique aspect of this tour is that it's offered exclusively at this location in Tennessee, and ticket proceeds directly support the creation of a new exhibit and museum space opening in 2026 at the Carter House, which will also feature this same theme.