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Highlights
- Experience the interactive Decision Points Theater that takes visitors "inside" the President’s decision-making process during major crises.
- See steel from the World Trade Center, a full-sized replica Oval Office with a Resolute Desk, and a Texas Rose Garden.
- View an impressive montage of the 44 U.S. Presidents on the 67-foot-high, 360-degree, high definition video wall in Freedom Hall.
- Take a walk through the 15-acre park filled with native Texas prairie grasses and wildflowers.
See the full-size replica of George W. Bush's Oval Office.
Throughout the exhibit galleries, the aim is to educate, stimulate discussion, and encourage engagement.
Steel from the World Trade Center, New York City, September 11, 2001.
The Museum features a permanent exhibit that uses artifacts, documents, photographs, and videos from the Library's extensive collection to capture the key decisions and events of the Presidency of George W. Bush.
Photo by Cary Holton for the George W. Bush Presidential Center
Paintings from The Art of Leadership: A President’s Personal Diplomacy.
Presidential Libraries are archives and museums, preserving the written record and physical history of our presidents.
The museum includes a collection of personal items, including a pair of Texas Rangers boots.
Photo by Cary Holton for the George W. Bush Presidential Center
Dresses worn by First Lady Laura Bush are on display.
Location
GEORGE W. BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY & MUSEUM
2943 SMU Boulevard
Dallas, TX 75205
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Contact
Hours
Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm
Sun, 12pm-5pm
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
214-346-1650
georgewbushlibrary.smu.edu
Offers/Upgrades
Presidential Center: Ask about a Membership to the Presidential Center at the Admissions Desk.
Discount : 10% off your purchase in the Museum Store OR in the Courtyard Cafe. See booklet or CityPASS Travel Guide for details.
Advice for Visitors
Tips:
- Upon arrival, be prepared for Security Check, then go directly to the Admissions Desk.
- Check out the Presidential Center’s Mobile App prior to visiting the Museum. The app provides information about the Museum galleries and films, video and audio tours, and other features.
- Allow approximately 1½ hours minimum to tour the Museum.
- For everything you need to know to plan your visit, click here.
Amenities:
- Dining: Café 43, Courtyard Café
- Gift Shops: Presidential Center Museum Store
Best time to visit: Weekday afternoons are least crowded.
Parking/Transportation: Click here for information on parking, transportation and directions.