All Men Are Created Equal Tour

This 90-minute guided tour explores the American story from its founding through the Civil War, examining how the nation's founding ideals were tested and eventually fractured over the question of slavery. Your guide will walk you through both the house and grounds of Rippa Villa, a Greek Revival mansion built in the 1850s, helping you understand the decades-long struggle that defined this pivotal period in history. The tour runs at 9 a.m. on Mondays and Fridays, with tickets priced at $29 per person. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes early. This particular tour experience is exclusive to Rippa Villa and isn't offered elsewhere in Tennessee. Ticket proceeds directly support the creation of a new museum exhibit and visitor center opening in 2026, also themed around this important historical question. You can purchase tickets online through the site.