Jimmy Carter National Historical Park
Few U.S. Presidents have had such close ties with where they were born and raised. The rural southern culture of Plains, Georgia, that revolves around farming, church and school, had a large influence in molding the character and in shaping the political policies of the 39th President of the United States.
In 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 Bond Street/ Hwy 45 North. Plains High School Visitor Center and Museum will be on the right side of the road 500 feet from the intersection.
- Biking
- Guided Tours
- Self-Guided Tours - Walking
- Junior Ranger Program
- Park Film
- Museum Exhibits
- Shopping
- Bookstore and Park Store
- Farming and Agriculture
- Great Depression
- Presidents
- Schools and Education
- Natural Sounds
Jimmy Carter's Boyhood Home
Front view of the Jimmy Carter Boyhood Home in Archery, Georgia.
Plains High School Museum and Visitors Center
Almost one hundred thousand visitors visit Plains High School Visitor Center and Museum yearly.
Plains Depot, 1976 Campaign Headquarters
The oldest building in Plains, the train depot, was used as the 1976 campaign headquarters for President Carter.
Jimmy Carter Presidents' Day 2016
President Jimmy Carter speaking to the crowd at Plains High School for Presidents' Day 2016
Rosalynn Carter, Presidents' Day 2016
Rosalynn Carter signing a book she authored during Presidents' Day 2016