President Joe Biden appointed Jan. 9, 2025 as a National Day of Mourning in remembrance of former president Jimmy Carter, who died Dec. 29.

Here is Thursday’s schedule for the final day of rites honoring Jimmy Carter, the 39th president, who died Dec. 29. All times are Eastern: 9 a.m. — Carter's casket departs the U.S. Capitol. The funeral motorcade travels to Washington National Cathedral.

President Joe Biden designated Thursday, Jan. 9, as a national day of mourning for former President Jimmy Carter.