About Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum
Located in Atlanta, Georgia, the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum is part of the Presidential Library system administered by the National Archives and Records Administration, a United States government agency. It is not a library in the usual sense but is a research facility and a museum. The archives is a repository of approximately 27 million pages of Jimmy Carter's White House material, papers of administration associates, including documents, memoranda, correspondence, etc. There are also 1/2 million photographs, and hundreds of hours of film, audio and video tape.
How to Get There
The Jimmy Carter Library and Museum is located at 441 Freedom Parkway, Atlanta, Georgia 30307, which is about two miles east of downtown Atlanta. From the North or South, take Interstate 75/85 to exit 248C, Freedom Parkway. Follow the signs to the Carter Center. From the East or West, take Interstate 20 to the Moreland Avenue North exit, following Moreland Avenue north approximately two miles to Freedom Parkway. Turn left on Freedom Parkway, and follow the signs to the Carter Center.
Driving directions (Google Maps) →Plan Your Visit to Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum
Heading to Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum?
No central reservation system listed for Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/200004) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How do I get to Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum?
The Jimmy Carter Library and Museum is located at 441 Freedom Parkway, Atlanta, Georgia 30307, which is about two miles east of downtown Atlanta. From the North or South, take Interstate 75/85 to exit 248C, Freedom Parkway. Follow the signs to the Carter Center. From the East or West, take Interstate 20 to the Moreland Avenue North exit, following Moreland Avenue north approximately two miles to F…
How do I contact Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum?
You can reach the park at phone: (404) 865-7100 or email: carter.library@nara.gov .
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