5-Year-Old Jimmy Carter Superfan Visits Atlanta's Carter Center

Young Ryan Ramos and his family made an 11-hour road trip from New Jersey to tour the former president's library and museum.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 10:08pm

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An extremely abstracted, out-of-focus photograph of a child sitting at a large wooden desk, surrounded by blurred images of historical artifacts, all in a warm, golden glow, conceptually representing the inspirational visit of a young Jimmy Carter superfan.A young fan's visit to the Carter Center in Atlanta captures the enduring appeal of the former president's humanitarian legacy.Atlanta Today

A 5-year-old boy named Ryan Ramos, who gained social media fame in 2025 for having a Jimmy Carter-themed birthday party, visited the Carter Center in Atlanta on Monday. During his trip, Ramos sat behind the former president's desk, met members of the Carter family, and left with souvenirs from the center.

Why it matters

The visit highlights the enduring popularity and influence of Jimmy Carter, the 39th U.S. president, even among the youngest generations. The Carter Center serves as a hub for Carter's post-presidency humanitarian work, making it a pilgrimage site for his most passionate supporters.

The details

According to the Carter Center, Ramos and his family drove 11 hours from their home in New Jersey to visit the center, which the young superfan affectionately calls 'Jimmy Carter World.' During the visit, Ramos was able to sit behind the former president's desk, shake hands with members of the Carter family, and view photographs and artifacts from the center's collection.

  • Ramos gained social media attention in 2025 for his Jimmy Carter-themed birthday party.
  • Ramos visited the Carter Center on Monday, March 30, 2026.

The players

Ryan Ramos

A 5-year-old boy from New Jersey who is a passionate fan of former President Jimmy Carter.

Lauren Ramos

The mother of Ryan Ramos, who accompanied her son on the trip to the Carter Center.

Jimmy Carter

The 39th President of the United States, whose humanitarian work and legacy continue to inspire younger generations like Ryan Ramos.

The Carter Center

A nonprofit organization founded by Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter, which serves as a hub for the former president's post-presidency humanitarian work.

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What they’re saying

“How are we going to be like Jimmy Carter?”

— Lauren Ramos, Mother of Ryan Ramos

“be kind”

— Ryan Ramos

The takeaway

The visit by the young Jimmy Carter superfan serves as a heartwarming reminder of the former president's enduring legacy and the ability of his humanitarian work to inspire even the youngest generations.