Visiting the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza in Dallas
Visiting the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza in Dallas, Texas is a somber yet interesting experience as you visit one of the most pivotal moments in the history of the United States.
Located in the former Texas School Book Depository, this museum explores the life, legacy, and assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
Although tragic, I feel the Sixth Floor Museum is a must-visit attraction in Dallas. I wrote this post to provide information and help you get the most out of your visit to the Sixth Floor Museum.
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The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza was opened to the public in 1989. This site was linked to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy which took place on November 22, 1963.
This is not a political post or anything, so I am just sticking to the facts and keeping them short.
About John F. Kennedy
John F. Kennedy was the 35th President of the United States. John F. Kennedy was known to have signed the first nuclear weapons treaty, was tied to Civil Rights Movements, the Space Race, started the Peace Corps among other positive feats.
Texas School Depository Building
If it weren’t for the events that took place on November 22, 1963, the Texas School Depository Building would be just another beautiful historical building in Dallas.
Now, the Texas School Depository Building is one of the most historic landmarks in Dallas.
The building is located at 411 Elm Street and has been around since 1901. The building was a warehouse for school textbooks.
Events of November 22, 1963
On November 22, 1963, history was forever changed in Dallas and for the United States. President John F. Kennedy was assassinated by Lee Harvey Oswald.
While riding in a motorcade at Dealey Plaza, the presidential limousine passed the Texas School Book Depository and shots were fired from the sixth floor killing President John F. Kennedy. He was 46 years old.
Lee Harvey Oswald was arrested after murdering a police officer that same day. Two days later, Lee Harvey Oswald was murdered by Jack Ruby, live on television.
Planning Your Visit to the Sixth Floor Museum
When planning to visit the Sixth Floor Museum, you can purchase tickets in advance or pay at the entrance. The museum offers self-guided tours that walk you through the exhibits on the life and legacy of John F. Kennedy.
Planning on visiting the Sixth Floor Museum? Based on my visit, I’ll share the location, parking, hours and admission, and what to expect when visiting the museum.
Location and How to Get There
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza is located at 411 Elm Street, Dallas, TX 75202.
Right next to the museum, there is a convenient paid parking lot.
According to the Sixth Floor Museum website, if you are taking public transportation, the closest station is the West End Station, connecting all DART lines. It’s five blocks from the Union Station.
Hours and Admission
Hours
Monday – Closed
Tuesday – Closed
Wednesday – 10:00 – 17:00
Thursday – 10:00 – 17:00
Friday – 10:00 – 17:00
Saturday – 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday – 10:00 – 17:00
* Last Ticket sold at 16:15
Admission
Adult – $22
Senior – $20
Youth – $18
Child – Free
The admission and hours are from the official Sixth Floor Museum website. For updated times, prices, and information, I recommend visiting the official Sixth Floor Museum website.
Purchasing Tickets to the Sixth Floor Museum
You can purchase admission tickets at the ticket counter within the Sixth Floor Museum.
To guarantee a ticket and time, you can buy them online via the Sixth Floor Museum website.
If you are looking for Guided Tours to the Sixth Floor Museum, I recommend booking a tour in advance online through Get Your Guide or Viator.
Below are some tours of the Sixth Floor Museum that are worthwhile.
✅ Dallas: JFK Assassination and Sixth Floor Museum Tour
✅ Dallas: JFK Assassination Highlights Walking Tour
✅ JFK Assassination Tour with Oswald’s Rooming House
Exhibits
If visiting the Sixth Floor Museum, you can tour the museum on your own. There are numerous collections, exhibits, and information on the life and legacy of President John F. Kennedy from his upbringings until his assassination and life beyond that.
Some artifacts on display at the museum include Lee Harvey Oswald’s wedding ring, Jack Ruby’s gray fedora that he wore when he shot and killed Lee Harvey Oswald, Jack Ruby’s hand written note handed to his attorney, the tan suit that Detective Jim Leavelle wore, the famous Zapruder Camera, and so much more.
There is an Italian-made Carcano rifle replica on display which is the same rifle that was found by investigators following the assassination.
The museum also has a display showing the exact window where that fatal shot was taken from.
Dealey Plaza
After visiting the Sixth Floor Museum, don’t forget to walk around Dealey Plaza and see the exact location where President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. There is a marker on the street where the event took place.
Not only can you witness the exact spot of the assassination, but you can go to Abraham Zapruder Filming location, get photos of the outside of the Sixth Floor Museum, and read other historical markers.
Conclusion
Visiting the Sixth Floor Museum in Dallas Texas is definitely a Dark Tourist attraction but it also brings light into the life and legacy of former President John F. Kennedy.
The events that took place on November 22, 1963 forever shook the United States and to this day, it is still one of the most significant events that took place.
When visiting Dallas, make sure to pay a visit to the Sixth Floor Museum and learn about the life and assassination of John F. Kennedy.
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