Plains, Georgia - Wikipedia
Plains is a city in Sumter County, Georgia, United States. [2] As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 573. It was the home of Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn, who were the 39th president and first lady of the United States from 1977 to 1981.
History - The Official Site of The City of Plains
Located in Southwest Georgia among the pine trees, peanut fields, magnolias, and gnats is Plains, Georgia, U. S. A. With a population of 776, Plains is situated in one of the state’s most lucrative farming regions. At first glance, one would think it was Dodge City of a century ago.
Plains, Georgia
The City of Plains honors the life and legacy of our beloved Former United States President, Nobel Prize recipient, hometown champion, neighbor and friend Jimmy Carter. We invite our citizens and the public to honor his legacy.
Plains, Georgia - ExploreGeorgia.org
Home to President Jimmy Carter, Plains is a peaceful, countryside town two-and-a-half hours south of Atlanta. History buffs will appreciate the Jimmy Carter National Historic Park. Start at Plains High School, the visitor center, where he and his wife Rosalynn graduated.
Welcome to Historic Plains, Georgia | Jimmy Carter
Visitors to Plains may want to visit the three historic places: the Plains High School Museum, the 1888 Depot (1976 Presidential Campaign Headquarters), and the Boyhood Farm. Operating Hours The historic site is open daily, except on Thanksgiving day, …
Plains - Explore Georgia
Home to President Jimmy Carter, Plains is a bucolic town two-and-a-half hours south of Atlanta. The Jimmy Carter National Historic Park highlights the areas of town where Carter left his stamp. Start at Plains High School, the visitor center, where he and his wife Rosalynn graduated.
Jimmy Carter National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)
Jan 2, 2025 · Learn about the history of Jimmy Carter and Plains, Georgia. Get information, explore exhibits, watch the park film, visit the bookstore, and more. Visitors can witness firsthand the timeless charm of farm life and the enduring connection to Jimmy Carter's roots.
Plains - New Georgia Encyclopedia
Jun 8, 2007 · Plains, a small Sumter County town in southwest Georgia, is located approximately nine miles west of Americus and thirty-seven miles north of Albany. Situated in the northern part of Georgia’s peanut belt, this farming community’s main crops are corn, cotton, peanuts, and soybeans, although its main industry is tourism.
Visit Plains, Georgia — Friends of Jimmy Carter
Georgia’s only rolling state park combines the rich history of the area and classic railroad travel with pleasure and relaxation. The vintage train cars vary in ambiance but all provide climate-controlled comfort and large windows to view the passing Southwest Georgia scenery.
Must-See Attractions and Top Restaurants in Plains, Georgia
Nov 11, 2024 · Plains is a small town in southwestern Georgia with much to see and do, including the Jimmy Carter National Historic Park. There's also a beautiful main street with great shopping and dining options. A 45-minute drive from Plains takes visitors to …