Jimmy Carter Family Farm Acquired for Public Preservation and Recreation
The family farm of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, located near his hometown of Plains, Georgia, will be preserved and opened to the public for outdoor recreation following its acquisition by The Conservation Fund.
Wilmington, NC, November 10, 2026 —
The historic family farm of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, situated near Plains, Georgia, is slated for preservation and public access for outdoor recreation. The Conservation Fund has announced its acquisition of the property.
Details regarding the specific terms of the acquisition by The Conservation Fund were not immediately available. The property is noted as the family farm of Jimmy Carter, who served as the 39th President of the United States. The farm is located in proximity to his hometown of Plains, Georgia.
Following the acquisition, the land is intended to be made available for public use, focusing on outdoor recreational activities. Further information concerning the specific types of recreation planned, the timeline for public access, or the management structure for the property was not provided in the initial announcement.
The Conservation Fund is an organization that works to protect natural lands and waterways. The specific plans for the Carter family farm aim to balance conservation efforts with community engagement through outdoor recreation. The duration of the preservation efforts or any specific conservation goals beyond public recreation were not detailed.
The name of the specific farm, its acreage, or any historical structures on the property were not disclosed. Information regarding the operational aspects of the public access, such as hours, permitted activities, or any potential fees, has not yet been released.
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