What are the opening hours?

Monday 9:30am - 4:30pm Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm Saturday 9:30am - 4:30pm Sunday 9:30am - 4:30pm

Jimmy Carter National Historical Park

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Jimmy Carter National Historical Park

Established in 1987, the historical park in Plains, Georgia commemorates the 39th President of the US Take exit #177 onto I-475 South towards Valdosta.

Driving Directions:

From Atlanta (North)

Take I-75 South towards Macon. I-475 will bypass Macon and reconnect with I-75 South. Take I-75 to exit #112 (GA-27) towards Vienna. Continue NW on GA-27 (Union Street) for 1.1 miles then turn left on GA-27 and continue for 25 miles to Americus. In Americus, GA-27 connects with US-280 West and becomes a three lane one-way road. Move into the center lane a

nd stay there until the road ends at US-19. Turn left onto US-19 South/280 West and travel in right hand lane. At the second traffic light turn right onto US-280 West/GA-27 West and proceed 10 miles to Plains. Turn right onto North Bond Street. The Plains High School (Visitor Center/Museum) will be on your right.

2 hours 58 minutes / 166.13 miles

Directions provided by mapquest. Driving time estimates may not be accurate due to heavy traffic. From Columbus (West)

Take GA-520 South/US-280 East from Columbus to Richland. In Richland, turn left onto US-280/GA-27 East and travel about 10 miles to Preston. Continue on through Preston another 10 miles to Plains. In Plains turn left onto North Bond Street. The Plains High School (Visitor Center/ Museum) will be located on your right.

1 hour 6 minutes / 54.15 miles

Directions provided by mapquest. Driving time estimates may not be accurate due to heavy traffic

From Savannah (East)

From Savannah take I-16 West for about 126 miles to exit #39 towards Cochran/Montrose. Turn left on GA-26 and travel about 17 miles to Cochran. Continue to follow GA-26 South for about 38 miles then bear left on GA-49 South and go 16 miles to Americus. In Americus GA-49 becomes US-280 West, a three lane one-way road though town. Move into the center lane and continue through Americus until the road dead ends at US-19 South. In Plains turn right onto North Bond Street. The Plains High School (Visitor Center/Museum) will be on your right.

3 hours 54 minutes / 232.09 miles

Directions provided by mapquest. Driving time estimates may not be accurate due to heavy traffic

From Valdosta (South)

From Valdosta take I-75 North to exit #101 towards Cordele. Turn left onto US-280 West towards Americus. Continue on US-280 West for about 30 miles to Americus. In Americus US-280 becomes a three lane one-way road. The Plains High School (Visitor Center/Museum) will be on your right.

2 hours 21 minutes / 125.73 miles

Directions provided by mapquest. Driving time estimates may not be accurate due to heavy traffic

From Tallahassee, FL

Take I-10 East to Exit 225 (SR-57 N, Florida-Georgia Pkwy). Take US-19 North ramp and turn left onto US-19 North. Continue on US-19 North until you reach Albany, Georgia. Turn onto ramp for US-19 North (GA-3, Slappey Blvd) and continue North to Smithville, Georgia. Continue on US-19 North through Smithville to GA-308. Make a left turn onto GA-308 and continue on GA-308 until you reach Plains, Georgia. Cross over the railroad tracks and proceed through the intersection, and the Plains High School Visitor Center/Museum will be on the right-hand side.

2 hours 30 minutes / 136.13 miles

Directions provided by mapquest. Driving time estimates may not be accurate due to heavy traffic

03/16/2026

⛔️ Delayed Opening Notice (03/16/2026)
Due to weather conditions, Jimmy Carter National Historical Park will open on a one-hour delay, Monday, March 16. The park will open at 10:30 AM.

We appreciate your understanding and encourage visitors to plan accordingly. Please continue to monitor our page for any additional updates. Stay safe and we look forward to welcoming you soon!

03/10/2026

All park sites at Jimmy Carter National Historical Park are now open daily from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM! ⏰

The updated hours of operation applies to:
🏫 Plains High School Visitor Center
🌺 Carter Gardens
🐐 Jimmy Carter Boyhood Farm
🚂 Plains Depot

We look forward to welcoming you to explore the places that shaped the life and legacy of President Jimmy Carter. Start your visit at the Plains High School Visitor Center to plan your day and learn more about the park.

03/03/2026

🌟 Join Our Team at Jimmy Carter National Historical Park! 🌟

We’re excited to share an opportunity to serve as an Education Member with American Conservation Experience (ACE), working in partnership with Jimmy Carter National Historical Park!

In this role, you’ll support park staff in facilitating educational programs and helping students from Pre-K through 12th grade explore the rich stories of this incredible place while gaining hands-on experience in public history.

📌 Why this role matters
• Inspire learners with interactive education programs
• Gain professional experience in interpretation and public engagement
• Build skills for a future career in parks, museum, or education fields

👉 Ready to make an impact? Apply now:
🔗 https://usaconservation.applicantpool.com/jobs/1285469

02/05/2026

🌿 We’re Hiring: Natural Resource Management Assistant (AmeriCorps) 🌿

Join Jimmy Carter National Historical Park this summer as a Natural Resource Management Assistant through AmeriCorps and Conservation Legacy. This 12-week position offers hands-on experience supporting natural resource documentation and species inventory work at the park.

📝 Who should apply: U.S. citizens or permanent residents with a high school diploma or equivalent who can serve the full 12 weeks (May 18 – August 10, 2026). Experience with species identification and data tools like Word or Excel is preferred.

👉 Apply by Feb. 15, 2026: https://conservation-legacy.breezy.hr/p/c8872d5c2d73-natural-resource-management-assistant-12-weeks-americorps 🌿

POSITION DETAILSPosition ID(s): 4334Position Title: Natural Resource Management Assistant - AmeriCorpsConservation Legacy Program: Scientists in Parks, Stewards Individual PlacementsSite Location: Jimmy Carter National Historical Park, Plains, GeorgiaNumber of positions available: 1TERMS OF SERVICE

01/18/2026

🚨❄️Park Alert ❄️ 🚨

Due to anticipated winter weather, Jimmy Carter National Historical Park will have a delayed opening on Sunday, January 18th. Park sites will open at 12:30 pm.

01/08/2026

We are HIRING seasonal staff at Jimmy Carter National Historical Park!

🔹 Seasonal Administrative Support Assistant (OA)
Assist with greeting visitors, managing correspondence, supporting travel paperwork, data entry, and more. This is a great opportunity for applicants with administrative, customer service, or Microsoft Office experience.
💼 GS-05 | Full-time seasonal
📆 Apply by January 12, 2026
🌐 https://www.usajobs.gov/job/853153200

🔹 Seasonal Museum Technician
Work hands-on with museum collections at Jimmy Carter NHS. Duties include cataloging and caring for artifacts, assisting with exhibits, managing records, and helping preserve history for future generations.
💼 GS-07 | Full-time seasonal
📆 Apply by January 20, 2026
🌐 https://www.usajobs.gov/job/853481200

12/22/2025

Betty Reid Soskin, the trailblazing National Park Service ranger who became the oldest active ranger in the United States until her retirement at age 100, passed away peacefully Sunday morning at her home in Richmond, California, surrounded by family. She was 104.

During her time with the National Park Service, Betty made significant contributions to the development of Rosie the Riveter WWII Home Front National Historical Park. She was a powerful voice for sharing her personal experiences, highlighting untold stories, and honoring the contributions of women from diverse backgrounds who worked on the World War II Home Front.

Thank you for your service, Ranger Betty.

Image: Ranger Betty Reid Soskin in front of the Rosie the Riveter Visitor Center. NPS Photo/Luther Bailey

12/12/2025

🌟 Now Hiring: Winter Seasonal Custodial Worker! 🌟
Jimmy Carter National Historical Park – National Park Service

Looking for a meaningful way to spend your winter season? Want to work outdoors, support historic preservation, and be part of a team that helps keep one of America’s national treasures clean, safe, and welcoming? 🌲🏛️

🧹 Position: Seasonal Custodial Worker (MVO)
🏛️ Agency: Department of the Interior, National Park Service
📍 Location: Jimmy Carter National Historical Park
📆 Season: Winter 2025
📌 Apply by 12/29/2025

If you're ready to contribute to public service and help maintain the legacy of President Jimmy Carter, we want to hear from you!

👉 Apply now and share with someone who’d be a great fit!

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12/08/2025

⛔️ Early Closure Alert
The Carter Gardens at Jimmy Carter National Historical Park will close early today, Monday, December 8, at 3:00 PM EST.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow during normal operating hours.

10/01/2025

Operations in the Absence of Appropriations

09/27/2025

🥜✨ Huge thanks to everyone who came out to cheer on our Peanut Postcard Contest winners at the Plains Peanut Festival today!

Address

300 N Bond Street
Plains, GA
31780

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday	9:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday	9:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12298244104

Website

http://www.nps.gov/jica

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