Jimmy Carter Presidential Library

The official Twitter account of the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, operated by the National Archives and Records Administration.

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We are a Blue Star Museum! Starting this Saturday (May 16) through Labor Day (September 7), active duty military and up to five family members will receive free admission to our museum by showing a valid military ID. We are open Monday-Saturday from 9:30am-4:30pm.

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The Carter Family were becoming more nationally recognized during the campaign, but their visit to NYC during the Democratic National Convention was primed for a media focus unlike anything before.

Photos courtesy of the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer from our collection. #Carter50

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On 07/10/1976, Jimmy, Rosalynn, and Amy Carter landed in New York City for the Democratic National Convention a couple of days early for rallies, meetings, and press. Lisa Barlow's 07/10/1976 photographs and schedule from our collection. #Carter50

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Jimmy and Rosalynn were married on 7/7/46, exactly 80 years ago today. A marriage that lasted 77 years, until her death, the longest presidential marriage in American history. One that showed the world what true love and partnership looked like, and still inspires people today.

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For their celebration of the Bicentennial, Jimmy, Rosalynn, & Amy Carter visited Westville, a living history site depicting Georgia in 1850. Img no. 1: Ken Hawkins (Time Magazine), imgs 2-3 courtesy of the Georgia Archives, media schedule from our archive. #Carter50 #America250

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"America's birth opened a new chapter in mankind's history," Jimmy Carter said 7/15/76, "Ours was the first nation to dedicate itself clearly to basic moral and philosophical principles...that all people are created equal..." A Happy 250 Years of that new chapter! #America250

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The Declaration of Independence also inspired people from lands abroad to embrace and fight for its listed unalienable rights during the Revolutionary War. This medal depicts George Washington and soldiers from Poland, Andrzej Kosciuszko and Casimir Pulaski. #America250

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Are you ready to celebrate #America250? If your day is open, come check out our museum this Saturday, 7/4 during our Free Family Day from 10 AM-4 PM! More info can be found on our events page.

Image: Stein depicting symbols of the American Revolution, collection item no. 79.706.

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Today's match is between Uzbekistan and the DR of Congo. While neither of these countries existed during PC's administration, we have picture of President Sese Deko Mobutu of Zaire, which is today DRC, at the White House on September 11, 1979.
#WorldCup #FIFA #KickoffWithCarter

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Join us for a virtual author panel in partnership with the National Constitution Center. Julie Silverbrook will moderate a discussion with Rosemarie Zagarri and Carol Berkin. They will explore the stories of women who helped shape the Revolutionary era. Register on our website.

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Today's #WorldCup match is between Morocco and Haiti. On November 14, 1978, President and Mrs. Carter welcomed King Hassan II and his two sons, Princes Sidi Mohammed and Moulay Rachid, to the White House for a State Dinner. #FIFA #KickoffWithCarter

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Let's continue our #KickoffWith for the #FIFA #WorldCup! Today's match is between Spain and Saudi Arabia. On 1/3/78 President and Mrs. Carter visited Saudi Arabia, where they were greeted by members of the royal family, including Prince Fahd bin 'Abd al-Aziz Al-Saud, seen here.

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While team USA isn't playing in ATL, we didn't want to get through the #WorldCup without honoring our home team! PC welcomed reps from the American Soccer League to the WH. These items are on display through the end of the #WorldCup. Come by and see them! #KickoffWithCarter #FIFA

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On 3/5/77, PC met with Gatsha Buthelezi, Chief Executive Councilor of the Kwa Zulu in South Africa and prime minister to the Zulu royal family from 1954-2023. Often seen as controversial, he worked to end apartheid and served in Mandela's cabinet. #KickOffWithCarter #WorldCup

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Join us on July 4 to hear award-winning author and historian Denise Kiernan talk about her new book, Obstinate Daughters. This book is about the women who kept the colonies running and liberty alive. The Bookworm Bookstore will be onsite selling a selection of Kiernan's books.

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Join us tomorrow at as staff from Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area talk about their new book and the rich history of this area. Event is free and open to the public. Register on our website or using the QR code. Books will be available for purchase through 44th&3rd Books.

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Today is the first Atlanta-hosted match of the World Cup! Follow along as we #KickoffWithCarter! Today's match is between Spain and Cabo Verde (formerly Cape Verde). Don't you love this photo of PC arriving in Madrid? Greeting him and RC were King Juan Carlos I and Queen Sophia.

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It says something about how tight-knit classmates can be when one of them takes a break from campaigning for President to attend their high school reunion! #Carter50 Image: Plains High School Class of 1941; 6/12/1976 schedule from our collection.

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Join us tonight at 7pm as award-winning author and historian Beverly Gage discusses her new book, This Land Is Your Land! Books will be available for purchase through Charis Books during the event and can be signed following the presentation.

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FIFA is coming to town! As one of the host cities for the World Cup, Atlanta is gearing up to welcome teams and fans throughout the month. Stop by the museum to check out our new temporary exhibit celebrating the world's most popular sport!

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Today is #HigherEducationDay. President Carter gave many commencement addresses and received several honorary degrees. He delivered the commencement address at Notre Dame on May 22, 1977, where he received an honorary Doctor of Laws by Father Hesburgh, University President.