National Historic Site
Andersonville National Historic Site
Andersonville National Historic Site is a National Historic Site in Georgia. The NPS currently lists 0 active alerts, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.
Georgia National Historic Site No entrance fee
Updated · NPS Data API
About the park
“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.”
Active alerts
0
Closures
0
Campgrounds
0
Visitor centers
1
Current alerts and closures
The NPS listed no active alerts for this park in the Oct 28, 2026 snapshot. Conditions can change; check current conditions on nps.gov before you go.
Entrance fees and passes
This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.
Things to do
Activities the NPS lists for Andersonville.
Auto and ATVScenic DrivingCampingGroup CampingFoodPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingSelf-Guided Tours - AutoLiving HistoryReenactmentsHistoric Weapons DemonstrationFirst Person InterpretationJunior Ranger ProgramPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park StoreGift Shop and Souvenirs
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Operating hours
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.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Friday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 8:00AM - 5:00PM |
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.
Contact and directions
- Phone
- 2299240343
- [email protected]
- Address
- National Prisoner of War Museum, Andersonville, GA 31711
- Coordinates
- 32.1983, -84.1299· View on OpenStreetMap
Visitor centers
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Prisoner of War Museum | Daily: 9:30AM - 4:30PM | 2299240343 | Yes |
Campgrounds
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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Sources
- Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
- Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/ande/index.htm
- Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.