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Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & MuseumvsMartin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
Jimmy Carter Library & Museum and Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site are both rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site ranks significantly better than Jimmy Carter Library & Museum. Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site has a TripExpert Score of 93 with praise from 7 reviews like Michelin Guide, Travel + Leisure and Frommer's.
Jimmy Carter Presidential Library & Museum
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441 Freedom Parkway, Atlanta, GA 30307
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Concierge "Faithfully preserved records and artifacts from the 39th president's administration are on permanent display at this museum and library."
Lonely Planet "Located on a hilltop overlooking downtown, it features exhibits highlighting Jimmy Carter's 1977–81 presidency, including a replica of the Oval Office." Full review
Where "This museum details President Carter’s life, including his Navy career and the work both he and Rosalynn have done since leaving the White House." Full review
Michelin Guide 0 Stars
"The official library/museum of Jimmy Carter, the 39th president of the US (1977-81)." Full review
Afar Magazine "Located in the Poncey-Highland neighborhood, Jimmy Carter’s presidential library includes more than 60,000 square feet of archives and exhibits on his life." Full review
Afar Magazine "His eponymous museum offers an interesting and in-depth look at the life and presidency of Jimmy Carter." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Interactive exhibits that explore Carter's life before, during, and after his time in the Oval Office." Full review
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Don't miss the Nobel Peace Prize, the Presidential Medal of Freedom (which President Clinton gave to the Carters), and the "Day in the Life of a President" film.
Fodor's "This complex occupies the site where Union General William T. Sherman orchestrated the Battle of Atlanta (1864)." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Born in Georgia, the 39th president of the United States, Jimmy Carter, has a presidential library and museum featuring an exact replica of the Oval Office and exhibits about his life and achievements"
Frommer's "This impressive presidential library houses some 27 million pages of documents, memoranda, and correspondence from Jimmy Carter's White House years." Full review
Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site Fodor's Concierge Lonely Planet Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
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450 Auburn Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30312
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Fodor's "The modest Queen Anne–style residence is where Martin Luther King Jr. was born and raised." Full review
Concierge "The emotional core of this sprawling city can be found in the Preservation District of downtown Atlanta's Sweet Auburn neighborhood."
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"The historic site commemorates the life, work and legacy of the civil rights lodestar. The center takes up several blocks." Full review
Lonely Planet "Free guided tours leave for the Martin Luther King Jr Birthplace." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The Martin Luther King, Jr., National Historic Site provides a definitive look at the life of the great native-Atlantan civil rights leader." Full review
Lonely Planet "Martin Luther King Jr's gravesite at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Pay homage to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through a self-guided visit to this memorial, where exhibits illustrate the life and teachings of the legendary civil rights leader. " Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"King is buried outside in a simple marble tomb." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Begin your tour at The Martin Luther King Jr., National Historic Site Visitor Center, where the history of black America... is told." Full review
On the Grid "A must-visit if you’re ever in Atlanta. This sacred area pays a beautiful and serene tribute to the leader of the Civil Rights movement, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. " Full review
