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National Historic Site · Georgia

Andersonville National Historic Site

National Historic Site in Georgia. No entrance fee.

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TypeNational Historic Site
StateGeorgia
Entrance feeNo entrance fee
CampgroundsNone
Nearest national parkCongaree (223 mi)
Closest airportMCN (44 mi)
A cannon sits out in front of a replica of part of the wooden stockade walls once at Andersonville
Camp Sumter Military Prison, known as Andersonville, was the deadliest ground of the Civil War. Nearly 13,000 American soldiers died here. Photo: NPS Photo

Andersonville National Historic Site is a national historic site run by the National Park Service in Georgia.

In the park service’s words

Nearly 13,000 men died on these grounds, a site that became infamous even before the Civil War ended. Their burial grounds became Andersonville National Cemetery, where veterans continue to be buried today. This place, where tens of thousands suffered captivity so others could be free, is also home to the National Prisoner of War Museum and serves as a memorial to all American prisoners of war.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Fees and hours

Entrance fee: No entrance fee.

Hours: Daily, 8:00AM - 5:00PM. The National Prisoner of War Museum is open daily from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. Park grounds, including the National Cemetery, are open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. On Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day, the National Prisoner of War Museum and prison site are closed but Andersonville National Cemetery is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM pending staff availability.

Getting there

Andersonville National Historic Site is located in southwest Georgia. The park is approximately 12 miles north of Americus and 11 miles south of Montezuma on GA-49.

Airport City Drive to the park Straight-line miles Type
Middle Georgia Regional Airport (MCN) Macon, GA No road route 44 Regional
Southwest Georgia Regional Airport (ABY) Albany, GA No road route 46 Regional
Columbus Airport (CSG) Columbus, GA No road route 52 Regional
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) Atlanta, GA No road route 101 Large hub

Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.

Miles are straight-line distances.

Visitor centers

  • National Prisoner of War Museum: Daily, 9:30AM - 4:30PM. The National Prisoner of War Museum is open daily from 9:30 am - 4:30 pm. The park grounds are open daily from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. On Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day, the prison site and museum are closed but the national cemetery is open.

Weather

Summer temperatures reach highs in the 80s-90s and high humidity. Winter temperatures tend to be in the 40s and below. Snow can occur but is rare. Average annual precipitation is 46.24 inches and is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The National Prisoner of War Museum is maintained at a cool temperature to help preserve artifacts; dressing in layers is recommended.

From the National Park Service (public domain).

Know before you go

Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.

Nearby

The nearest national park is Congaree, about 223 miles away in a straight line.

Sources

Last checked 1 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an entrance fee at Andersonville National Historic Site?

No entrance fee.

Where is Andersonville National Historic Site?

In Georgia. The closest airport with scheduled flights is Middle Georgia Regional Airport, about 44 miles away.

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