Located on the grounds of the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Graham Family Homeplace offers visitors a glimpse into Billy Graham’s childhood and the family that helped shape his life.

“By wisdom a house is built, and through understanding it is established; through knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasures.” —Proverbs 24:3-4

Here are five fascinating facts about this historic home.

1. The Homeplace was built in 1927

Billy Graham’s father, William Franklin Graham Sr., built the two-story brick Colonial home in 1927 for approximately $9,000. Originally located on Park Road in Charlotte, North Carolina, the house stood on the family’s dairy farm and became home to Billy, his parents and his three siblings.

2. Billy Graham grew up on a dairy farm

The Graham family operated a dairy farm with more than 70 cows. Growing up, Billy learned the value of hard work through daily farm chores. His childhood on the farm helped shape the discipline and character that would follow him throughout his ministry.

3. The house was moved twice

After the Graham family no longer occupied the home, it was carefully dismantled and relocated to South Carolina. Years later, Billy’s nephew Mel Graham helped bring it back to Charlotte, where it was reconstructed at the Billy Graham Library in 2006.

4. Much of the home is original

Much of the home’s original building materials were preserved, including thousands of bricks and the first-floor hardwood flooring. Visitors can also see family artifacts, including Morrow Graham’s typewriter and dairy farm logbook.

5. Billy Graham’s mother lived there for more than 50 years

Although Billy Graham eventually left home to attend college and begin his ministry, his mother, Morrow Graham, continued living in the family home until her death in 1981. One of her favorite places was the sunroom, where visitors can see personal belongings that offer a glimpse into her daily life.

Experience the Graham Family Homeplace for yourself. Step inside this historic home at the Billy Graham Library and discover more about Billy Graham’s childhood, his family and the faith that shaped his life. Plan your next visit or see upcoming events.