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.

Jimmy Carter's Boyhood Home

Front view of the Jimmy Carter Boyhood Home in Archery, Georgia.

A picture of the front of the home Jimmy Carter lived in as a young boy.

Plains High School Museum and Visitors Center

Almost one hundred thousand visitors visit Plains High School Visitor Center and Museum yearly.

Front view of Plains High School Visitor Center and Museum

Plains Depot, 1976 Campaign Headquarters

The oldest building in Plains, the train depot, was used as the 1976 campaign headquarters for President Carter.

The Plains train depot that President Carter used as the 1976 campaign headquarters.

Jimmy Carter Presidents' Day 2016

President Jimmy Carter speaking to the crowd at Plains High School for Presidents' Day 2016

Jimmy Carter speaking to the crowd; Presidents' Day 2016

Rosalynn Carter, Presidents' Day 2016

Rosalynn Carter signing a book she authored during Presidents' Day 2016

Rosalynn Carter signing a book, Presidents' Day 2016