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About the Billy Graham Library

The Billy Graham Library opened in 2007 and has since had more than 2.2 million visitors from around the world. Admission to the Library and The Journey of Faith is free. For more information on the Library and upcoming events, or to schedule a group tour, please visit BillyGrahamLibrary.org.

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About Billy Graham

William Franklin Graham, Jr.
Nov. 7, 1918-Feb. 21, 2018

Billy Graham was born and raised on a dairy farm in Charlotte, North Carolina – just 4 miles from where his namesake library now sits. He preached the Gospel message to over 215 million people in more than 185 countries and territories and reached countless more through radio, television, film, books, and the internet. Billy Graham also initiated international training events that served as catalysts for global evangelism, equipping the church to take the Good News of Jesus Christ to the ends of the earth.

Billy Graham’s counsel was sought by presidents, and his appeal in both the secular and religious arenas is evidenced by the wide range of groups that have honored him, including numerous honorary doctorates from many institutions in the U.S. and abroad.

When asked how he wanted to be remembered, he replied simply, as his gravestone states (which can be seen on the ground of the Billy Graham Library in the Memorial Prayer Garden): a preacher of the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Media Opportunities

Interviews with:

• Melissa Ledbetter, executive director of the Billy Graham Library
• Preston Parrish, executive spokesperson and staff chaplain for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association

Additional Details:

• Stock photos and b-roll from the Billy Graham Library are available below. For additional images, contact media@bgea.org.

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RECENT PRESS RELEASES / PHOTOS

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Billy Graham Library reopens with a new feature and special exhibit

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Feb. 2, 2026—The Billy Graham Library will reopen to the public on Monday, Feb. 2, inviting guests to experience a new addition to The Journey of Faith tour and special displays highlighting historic moments from Billy Graham’s global ministry. MORE…

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Billy Graham Library hosts annual Christmas celebration Dec. 1-23

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 25, 2025—Each year, thousands of people from across the Carolinas and the Southeast visit the Billy Graham Library to experience Christmas at the Library. The Christ-centered festivities have become an annual Christmas tradition for many, with more than 560,000 visitors experiencing this seasonal celebration since 2008. The 18th annual Christmas at the Library runs Mondays through Saturdays from Dec. 1-23, 2025. MORE…

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Stories from the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association

• ‘The Message Lives On’: Remembering Billy Graham at the Library
• A Hardened Heart Won Over by God
• Experience a Christ-Centered Christmas
• Meals Provided for Federal Employees by the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association
• Faithful Bikers Bring Gifts for Children Around the World
• Artist Ruth Chou Simons on Finding Rest in the Lord
• Samaritan’s Purse Vice President Inspires Others With Stories of Front-Line Ministry
• Billy Graham Library Welcomes 2 Millionth Visitor
• Gospel Opportunities at Billy Graham’s Gravesite
• 1 Million Photos Later: What Archivists Discovered in Billy Graham’s History

Billy Graham Library Blog

• ‘The Message Lives On’: Remembering Billy Graham at the Library
• Amsterdam ’86: The Calling of an Evangelist
• Love in Letters: Billy and Ruth Graham
• Billy Graham’s Olympic Moments
• Billy Graham: God’s Ambassador
• Billy Graham in India 1956
• A New Year Message from Billy Graham
• From the Archive: Billy Graham and the Media
• Billy Graham’s Lasting Impact