Front view of the Jimmy Carter Boyhood Home in Archery, Georgia.
Jimmy Carter National Historical Park
National Historical Park · GA
Few U.S. Presidents have had such close ties with where they were born and raised. The rural southern culture of Plains, Georgia revolves around farming, church, and school, which had a large influence in molding the character and shaping the political policies of the 39th President of the United States.
Park report
Hours Exceptions
NoteThanksgiving Day; December 25, Christmas Day; January 1, 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 available8 activities
Park Name
InfoJimmy Carter National Historical Park
Designation
InfoNational Historical Park
State(s)
InfoGA
Phone
Info(229) 824 - 4104
jica_information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoPlains Depot was chosen for President Carter's 1976 Presidential Campaign Headquarters because it was vacant and it had a public restroom. Today the building is a museum for Jimmy Carter's campaign for Georgia State Senate, Governor of Georgia, and President of the United States.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Plains High School Visitor Center and Museum
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoFarming and Agriculture, Great Depression, Presidents + 2 more
Weather Info
InfoWhen visiting Southwest Georgia during the summer, expect hot and humid weather with the potential for thunderstorms. Check the local forecast before planning any outdoor activities in the region and
Getting There
InfoIn Americus take US 280W/ W Forsyth St. until it becomes US-19 S/US-280 W/S Martin Luther King Blvd. Turn left and go .08 mile. Turn right onto US-280 W and travel 8.9 miles. Turn right onto North Bon
Location
Info32.0361° N, -84.3924° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website