Point of interest
Jimmy Carter National Historic Site
10 locals recommend
Location
300 N Bond St
Plains, GA
Tips from locals
Plains is a 45 minute drive from Albany, through quiet countryside. Visit the home of the 39th President. Buy peanuts at the gift shop, stroll through the antique store, and see Jimmy Carter's boyhood home.
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. 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 museum and visitor center. The Jimmy Carter National Preservation District includes part of the town of Plains and its environs. The area surrounding the residence is under the protectio
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…
Hub of preserved buildings linked to former President Carter, including his boyhood farm & school.
Take in some local history with a visit to Plains - The home of President Jimmy Carter.