Camp Sumter Military Prison, known as Andersonville, was the deadliest ground of the Civil War. Nearly 13,000 American soldiers died here.
Andersonville National Historic Site
National Historic Site · GA
Nearly 13,000 men died on these grounds, a site that became infamous even before the Civil War ended. Their burial grounds became Andersonville National Cemetery, where veterans continue to be buried today. This place, where tens of thousands suffered captivity so others could be free, is also home to the National Prisoner of War Museum and serves as a memorial to all American prisoners of war.
Park report
Hours Exceptions
NoteThanksgiving; Christmas; New Year's Day
Current Alerts
How this is rated
Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available19 activities
Park Name
InfoAndersonville National Historic Site
Designation
InfoNational Historic Site
State(s)
InfoGA
Phone
Info2299240343
ande_information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe National Prisoner of War Museum is open daily from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. Park grounds, including the National Cemetery, are open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. On Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day, the National Prisoner of War Museum and prison site are closed but Andersonville National Cemetery is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM pending staff availability.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: National Prisoner of War Museum
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoAfrican American Heritage, American Revolution, Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite + 24 more
Weather Info
InfoSummer temperatures reach highs in the 80s-90s and high humidity. Winter temperatures tend to be in the 40s and below. Snow can occur but is rare. Average annual precipitation is 46.24 inches and is f
Getting There
InfoAndersonville National Historic Site is located in southwest Georgia. The park is approximately 12 miles north of Americus and 11 miles south of Montezuma on GA-49.
Location
Info32.1983° N, -84.1299° W
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