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Andersonville National Historic Site

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About Andersonville

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.

Region
Southeast
State
Georgia
Designation
National Historic Site
Entrance fee
None listed
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  • Places for this park are still being added.

Know before you go

Fees, hours, weather and getting to Andersonville.

Entrance fees

The National Park Service lists no entrance fee for this park.

Hours

Andersonville National Historic Site Operating Hours

Mon
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Tue
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Wed
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Thu
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Fri
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Sat
8:00AM - 5:00PM
Sun
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.

Weather and when to go

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.

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.

Directions from the National Park Service

Contact the park

Address
National Prisoner of War Museum, 760 POW Road, Andersonville, GA 31711
Official site
nps.gov/ande

From the National Park Service, checked weekly. Fees, hours and road conditions change: confirm with the park before you go.

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