Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

The Jimmy Carter Library and Museum in Atlanta, Georgia houses U.S. President Jimmy Carter's papers and other material relating to the Carter administration and the Carter family's life. The library also hosts special exhibits, such as Carter's Nobel Peace Prize and a full-scale replica of the Oval Office as it was during the Carter Administration, including a reproduction of the Resolute desk.

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Little Five Points

Little Five Points

0.69km from Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

Little Five Points, is a vibrant and unique destination. Visitors are drawn to the eclectic blend of locally-owned businesses, including indie record stores and vintage boutiques. Music venues showcase local and international performers, while bars and eateries offer a selection of craft beer and ethnic cuisine. With a colorful outdoor market, movie theater and park all situated nearby, Little Five Points is the perfect place for an afternoon of shopping or a night out with friends.

Freedom Park

Freedom Park

0.84km from Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

Freedom Park is an exciting and unique way to explore the outdoors. Located on 570 acres of pristine lakeland, it offers visitors a chance to experience a wide range of recreational activities from camping and hunting to fishing, boating, swimming, birding and more! The park incorporates the natural beauty of its setting with modern amenities like an Olympic-sized pool, over four miles of biking trails and eight miles of hiking trails.

Historic Fourth Ward Park

Historic Fourth Ward Park

0.86km from Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

Historic Fourth Ward Park is a park built on the site of the old Ponce de Leon amusement park, in the Old Fourth Ward of Atlanta, just south of Ponce City Market and just west of the BeltLine trail. The park includes a pond with a path around it and has an aerator fountain to keep it from stagnating. An amphitheater, cushioned with bermudagrass, surrounds part of the pond.

Ponce City Market

Ponce City Market

1.12km from Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

Ponce City Market is a shopping and entertainment destination. Situated in an historic building, it was once the site of the old Sears Roebuck & Co. department store. Ponce City Market has been revitalized and now features over two hundred vendors offering diverse goods such as jewelry, clothing and home decor; specialty restaurants; indoor mini-golf; a movie theater outfitted with luxury recliners; rooftop entertainment options with views of downtown Atlanta and the Chattahoochee River.

Krog Street tunnel

Krog Street tunnel

1.4km from Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

The Krog Street Tunnel is an iconic local landmark. Located near Atlanta's historic Inman Park, the tunnel is a major public transportation route, as well as a pedestrian shortcut and popular photo opp. With its high arches and covered walls that are painted regularly by both professional and amateur muralists, it has also become an outdoor art gallery recognized worldwide.

Krog Street Tunnel

Krog Street Tunnel

1.63km from Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

The Krog Street Tunnel is an iconic destination known for its street art, vibrant energy, and eclectic vibe. Located in the Inman Park district near the Old Fourth Ward, the tunnel provides a cultural touchstone for locals and visitors alike. Visitors can explore many different murals that line nearly every inch of the tunnel – it's estimated that there are almost 150 works of public art, including 2D and 3D pieces from celebrated local artists.

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Fulton County

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Fulton county is the state's most populous county and its only one with over 1 million inhabitants which was blessed with so many beautiful places and is one of the major cities also.

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