The documentary is a serpent-slaying adventure with former President Jimmy Carter as its superhero. But it also features the voices of doctors, scientists and "Guinea worm heroes" who helped nearly eradicate this disease caused by an ancient parasite.
"The President and the Dragon,' premiering today, looks at Carter's momentous decision to try and wipe out a devastating and neglected disease. We spoke to writer and co-director Waleed Eltayeb.
The Carter Center and the United States Postal Service issued the Jimmy Carter Forever stamp in Atlanta on Wednesday on what would have been the late president's 101st birthday.
As GPB looks back on the work of Georgia native and 39th U.S. President Jimmy Carter, one of his most impactful accomplishments is the eradication campaign to combat Dracunculiasis, best known as Guinea worm disease.
The Jimmy Carter National Historical Park in Plains, Ga. hosted the US Postal Service for the reveal of the President Jimmy Carter Forever stamp, kicking off a weekend that also included events honoring former first lady Rosalynn Carter.
GPB is proud to honor 100 years of Jimmy Carter's life and legacy. Explore this page for programs, video clips, news stories, and educational resources to learn more about the president from Plains, Georgia, his family, and his work both in and out of the White House including his time as Governor of Georgia.
The Jimmy Carter virtual field trip takes students on a journey through the remarkable life of James Earl "Jimmy" Carter, Jr. from his hometown experiences and early years through to his time as governor and president, into achievements post-presidency.
This week, October 1st marked the 101st birth anniversary of President Carter, and appropriately the federal government retirement of Jill Stuckey, the former Superintendent of the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park in Plains.
When President Jimmy Carter died on Sunday, Salvation South editor Chuck Reece remembered the night when he, at age fourteen, first shook the great man’s hand. Chuck has some thoughts about the examples Carter left behind for all Southerners.
Jimmy Carter, a native of Plains, Georgia, passed away on December 29, 2024. He lived to be 100 years old, making him the oldest former president in U.S. history. During his long life, he had many jobs: a naval officer; peanut farmer; Georgia state senator; governor of Georgia; 39th president of the United States; and humanitarian.
In celebration of President Carter's life and legacy, we've curated a collection of free learning resources you can use in your classroom.
Providence Canyon has become massively popular; it’s really fun to hike and explore. But with increased crowds come issues of keeping the park wild and safe for future generations.
In the third episode of Plainspoken: Jimmy Carter and the People of Plains, host Andrew Greer explores President Jimmy Carter's deep faith and humble leadership. Through the story of Tony Lowden, the first Black pastor at Maranatha Baptist Church, we see how Carter’s Christian principles shaped his actions, from advocating for racial equality to serving his community. Hear personal anecdotes from Plains residents and discover the lasting impact of Carter’s servant leadership.
“Since I was a child, woodworking has played an important role in my life. It has given me a sense of belonging and a connection to a wide ranging and dedicated fellowship. The feelings of continuity and timelessness that the craft has brought to me are most gratifying.”
