Andersonville National Historic Site

National Historic Site · GA

Andersonville National Historic Site

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.

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Photos

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.

Large brick museum with a sign in front reading "The National Prisoner of War Museum" — The National Prisoner of War Museum

A historic photo of thousands of emaciated Union soldiers held prisoner in 1865 — Over 32,000 Union soldiers languished at Andersonville in August 1865 when this photo was taken by A.J. Riddle.

stone statue stands with his arms stretched forward. Two large stone walls sit behind him. — Memorial Courtyard

Fog rests on a stone monument of a Civil War soldier standing among hundreds of graves. — The site where the nearly 13,000 Union soldiers who died at Andersonville, designated as a National Cemetery in 1865, is still an active cemetery. Nearly 21,000 American military veterans rest here in honor.

large stone monument with a pink and purple sunset in the background. — New York Monument Sunset

green leaves with a large white flower in the center. — Magnolia Trees of Andersonville National Cemetery

Activities

Auto and ATV
Scenic Driving
Camping
Group Camping
Food
Picnicking
Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Self-Guided Tours - Auto
Living History
Reenactments
Historic Weapons Demonstration
First Person Interpretation
Junior Ranger Program
Park Film
Museum Exhibits
Shopping
Bookstore and Park Store
Gift Shop and Souvenirs