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Smiling Peanut

a 13 foot tall smiling peanut used in the 1976 Presidential Campaign by Jimmy Carter.
Smiling Peanut

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Quick Facts
Location:
114 Highway 45 North Plains, GA
Significance:
The Smiling Peanut made its debut in 1976. It was commissioned by the Indiana Democratic Party as a part of Carter's presidential campaign.

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The Smiling Peanut made its debut in 1976. It was commissioned by the Indiana Democratic Party as a part of Carter's presidential campaign. The fixture gave a nod to the city's affinity for peanuts and Carter's previous career as a peanut farmer.

Jimmy Carter National Historical Park

Last updated: March 30, 2021