Jimmy Carter National Historical Park
1924The tiny town of Plains, Georgia, population under 600, where the 39th president was born, raised, and returned after leaving the White House.
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The tiny town of Plains, Georgia, population under 600, where the 39th president was born, raised, and returned after leaving the White House.
12 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Step back in time at Liberty Hall, a relic of Georgia's cotton-producing past and the lives of those who worked the land. This plantation house, dating back to around 1861, was the heart of the Simpson Plantation, known…
This unassuming farmstead stands as a testament to perseverance, a place where a former slave built a legacy. Nathan Morgan, an African-American farmer, founded this farm in Sumter County. Born into slavery, Nathan…
Imagine being locked up in this tiny, timber-built jail from 1900, a stark reminder of small-town justice. This is the Bronwood Calaboose, a wooden jail built right here in Bronwood, Georgia. It's not very big, only…
This quiet cemetery holds the stories of Americus's past, a place where prominent citizens found their final rest. Oak Grove Cemetery became a contributing property to the Americus Historic District when the district's…
Legend says this grand old hotel has more than just history within its walls; some whisper of secret passages and even a resident ghost! Built in 1892, the Windsor Hotel was designed to lure wealthy Northerners seeking…
Pull over for a minute, you're passing a place that echoes with the spirit of community and resilience: Campbell Chapel A.M.E. Church. This wasn't just a place of worship; it was a cornerstone of African American life…
The tiny town of Plains, Georgia, population under 600, where the 39th president was born, raised, and returned after leaving the White House.
Take a look at what's left of the Leesburg train depot. It's more than just an old building; it's a reminder of when railroads were king in Georgia. The Leesburg Depot was part of the Central of Georgia Railway. It…
You're approaching a place of quiet reflection, the final home and resting place of President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn. Built in 1961, this unassuming house in Plains, Georgia, was the Carters' only home.…
Imagine growing up in a place so formative, it shapes your entire presidency. That's Plains, Georgia, for Jimmy Carter. This park isn't just a collection of buildings; it's a journey into the roots of a man who led the…
Step back in time to a simpler era at Boyd Mill Place, a grist mill that once hummed with activity. Built around 1870 by John Boyd, the mill operated for nearly a century, grinding corn and wheat for local farmers. The…
Pull over here for a second; this land tells a story of Georgia's agricultural past, both the good and the bad. This is the Teel–Crawford–Gaston Plantation. Built around 1836, it operated as a cotton plantation, meaning…