JIMMY CARTER NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE - PLAINS, GA






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Overview

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 Unites States. The site includes President Carter's residence, boyhood farm, school and the railroad depot, which served as his campaign headquarters during the 1976 election. The Plains High School serves as the park's visitor center and museum. The Jimmy Carter National Preservation District, separate from the park, includes part of the town of Plains and its environs. The area surrounding the residence is under the protection of the Secret Service, and is not open to the public.

VISITATION: Highest in March and April; lowest in December

FACILITIES AND OPPORTUNITIES
Visitor Center/Exhibits: Visitor center is located at the Plains High School.

Programs/Activities: Orientation film in visitor center, rental of audiocassette or self-guided tour book. A Jr. Ranger program is offered to children ages 7 to 12 years old.

Lodging and camping facilities: None in park. A bed and breakfast is available in Plains, as well as recreational vehicle camping sites. Americus, ten miles east, has hotel and motel accommodations.

Food/Supplies: Local restaurants and small grocery store

Other Concessions/NPS-Managed Visitor Facilities and Opportunities: A bookstore is located inside the Plains High School, and the Eastern National manages it. Privately operated guided tours are offered for individuals and small groups. Step-on guide services are also available to tour companies bringing visitors on buses

Accessibility: The Plains HS is accessible to the Disabled

Special Needs: Parking areas for buses and vehicles are located at the site or in the town of Plains.

ANNUAL EVENTS:
Last Saturday of September is the Plains Peanut Festival with entertainment, road races, and arts and crafts.

NEARBY ATTRACTIONS:
Andersonville National Historic Site
Habitat for Humanity International Headquarters
Westville, GA
Providence Canyon State Conservation Park

FEES:
Free Admission. Donations accepted with a box available at the High School.

HOURS:
Daily: 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. all year
Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day

INFORMATION:
Jimmy Carter National Historic Site
300 North Bond Street
Plains, GA 31780
(912) 824-4104

Materials provided by NPS  

Activities & Amenities

	Swimming Pool		Biking		Tent Camping
	Hiking Trails		Fishing		RV Camping
	Deer Viewing Area		Picnicing		Restrooms
	Playground		Laundry		Dump Station
	Hadicapped Access		Telephones		Sleeping Shelter
	Golf Course