In brief
Celebrating Carter’s rich legacy, the ceremonies start in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, and end in Washington, D.C., with high-profile attendees expected.
Jimmy Carter, who passed away at 100 years old, will be honored with a state funeral on January 9. The events kick off in his hometown, Plains, Georgia, where a motorcade will pause at his childhood home on January 4. His remains will then be taken to Atlanta for a public service at the Carter Presidential Center on January 5 and 6. After this, he’ll be transported to Washington, D.C., on January 7, featuring a horse-drawn procession to the U.S. Capitol. Public mourners can pay their respects as Carter lies in state for two days. His state funeral will take place on January 9 at Washington National Cathedral, with President Joe Biden delivering the eulogy. Expected attendees include former presidents and first ladies, despite uncertainties about Donald Trump's attendance. On January 9, the federal government and financial markets will close for a day of national mourning, and flags will fly at half-mast nationwide for 30 days.
