Andersonville National Historic Site
Hours
See this week's hours below.
- Entrance fee
- The Park Service lists no entrance fee for this site.
- Phone
- 2299240343
- Address
- National Prisoner of War Museum, Andersonville, GA 31711
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.
Hours
Andersonville National Historic Site 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. 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.
| Monday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Changes to these hours
- Thanksgiving, Nov 26: Closed
- Christmas, Dec 25: Closed
- New Year's Day, Jan 1: Closed
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.
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.
Things to do
Auto and ATV, Bookstore and Park Store, Camping, First Person Interpretation, Food, Gift Shop and Souvenirs, Group Camping, Guided Tours, Historic Weapons Demonstration, Junior Ranger Program, Living History, Museum Exhibits, Park Film, Picnicking, Reenactments, Scenic Driving, Self-Guided Tours - Auto, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Shopping.
Source: National Park Service data feed, checked September 24, 2026. Hours shown are the Park Service's posted standard hours plus any date changes it lists. Official page for Andersonville ↗