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    Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

    4.2 (874 reviews)
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    Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
    Bruce K.

    Even early in the morning after they open and even with timed entry tickets, the Sixth Floor Museum is still crowded. It's been ten years since my visit and I'm back because Mrs. K. has never been here and I wanted her to see it. As I mentioned in my review from before, Dealey Plaza is up there with Times Square and Hollywood Boulevard. Yes, there are others including the National Mall, the Freedom Trail and Kennedy Space Center and the Grand Canyon, but this one is so visceral and so critical to the American experience that it should not be missed. Even for those of us who weren't born before 1963, it's still a critical part of our lives. We got our tickets from the desk, waited in the rope lines and were boarded onto the elevator at the designated time. Inside the museum, lots of crowds. They're doing what they can to balance the multitude of people who want to experience this with the desire of people to actually read the signs, displays and history of one of the most traumatic events in modern American history. It was simply too crowded. We spent about an hour trying to get between the bunches of folks between us and the artifacts, reading signs that explain the chronology of Kennedy's visit. It's much more than just that one day in November 1963, including history of Kennedy's election and why he came to Dallas to begin with. And yes, you can look out the window to see the "x" on the street where it happened. After that, the investigations, the conspiracies and all. All the physical evidence that exists in the American psyche. You'll enjoy the museum. The crowds? You'll just have to tolerate that part. I don't know that there's anything you can do about it. [Review 395 of 2026 - 709 in Texas - 25578 overall]

    X marks the spot.
    Frankie M.

    Recently, my wife and I had the opportunity of visiting Dallas, Texas for a few days. I'm kind of a history buff, so it made perfect sense to visit The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza. It's located in the former Texas School Book Depository in downtown Dallas. This museum examines the life of United States President John F. Kennedy, as well as his assassination, legacy, and the life of Lee Harvey Oswald- the would be assassin. The vibe is somewhat dark and somber- fitting, considering the events that occurred on November 22, 1963. Overall, we had an AMAZING experience. Highly recommend visiting this museum if you're in town! You won't regret it!

    Ashley G.

    I guess I was surprised that so much space was given to JFK's legacy over the circumstances of the shooting and the evidence. I expected more space on congressional commissions and conspiracy theories. And more on Lee Harvey Oswald's background as a Marine and his time in Russia. I was quite surprised these elements were light and thought they could have used half of the 7th floor for other topics -- the rest is news coverage of the shooting through the eyes of four reporters.

    Rob K.

    Not sure how you can leave anything but a 5 star review here. Could the tour have more/be more interactive, sure but this is in the vicinity where the New Frontier ended. This was my second visit (2009 was my first). My youngest son and I arrived about 10 minutes before opening on a Sunday and were able to do the first tour. Parking in a nearby lot was 10.00 with a 25.00 museum admission. The tour is very moving and surreal. Anyone interested in US history or Presidents needs to visit. We spent almost 2 hours here. Just take in the history and enjoy. It is surreal.

    Jasmine L.

    Great museum that explores the history of JFK assassination. It has various levels and is easy to self-guide. Bathrooms are clean. THe museum is very clean too. Parking does cost some right outside the entrance, but makes sense since it is in the middle of downtown.

    Oswald's ring.  Crazy.
    Jamie B.

    Certainly worth the trip. Most people know what went down. They tell the story nicely. It's great to see the location and explore. Jack Ruby's hat and Oswald's wedding ring were cool to see. Little gift shop downstairs. Place takes about an hour to get through. Get tickets in advance.

    JFK and Jackie O dolls/Christmas Ornaments in the gift shop
    Kat D.

    I love a museum. I love a president. I love a who-dunnit. I love a conspiracy. This place has everything! The grassy knoll is right out in front with a big white "x" on the pavement where Kennedy was shot. I went out and stood on the spot, walked all around the knoll. Unreal. The museum itself is clean, organized and as unbiased as it can be. I mean... I love a conspiracy and I felt like they did a great job of presenting the assassination as best they could with the information available using the single shooter (Oswald) explanation. It's easy to walk through, great visuals. Personally, I thought the exhibit on the 7th floor was bizarre and unnecessary. It felt like pandering for an emotional play. It displays artwork of local school children in the week after the assassination. The space is enormous, mostly empty making it feel lonely and depressing. In 2 corners of the room are grade school type sets with cubbies and tables. The set in the back is set-up as an art station for children to draw their feelings about a shooting that happened 62 years ago. It felt weird and forced. The sixth floor was great! Several video exhibits, lots of photos with detailed background, a scale diorama of the triple bridge underpass, the sniper nest and rifle drop location have been glassed off as exhibits which was VERY cool. A great couple of hours in a beautiful facility!

    Exhibit featuring Jack Ruby shooting Oswald
    Mark P.

    The museum has a number of wonderful qualities, with lots of information about the JFK assassination. Many exhibits, including information on ballistics. There are minor references to alternative theories (other than the line assassin) but you have to read carefully to find them. You can look out the 6th floor window adjacent to the "snipers nest". Lots of excellent photographs and a great timeline to follow. The bookstore is admittedly biased in favor of the "official story " and does not carry any books that expose alternate theories. Again, throughout the museum there are subtle references to more than 3 bullets in the various exhibits and photographs. A good museum to visit, and to pay homage to President Kennedy.

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    Leslie D.

    This museum has been on my bucket list ever since I moved to DFW and I was not disappointed! Conspiracy theories from the assassination have persisted in American pop culture, everywhere from X-Files to Umbrella Academy. I was eager to visit the site and learn as much as I could about what actually happened. We visited on a late Saturday morning. It was pretty crowded and is clearly a popular destination. There is a convenient, gated parking lot with an attendant right behind the museum entrance where you can pay $12 to park (they accept credit cards). We bought our museum tickets ahead of time on-line for a service fee of $1 per ticket. They let us in early as soon as we arrive (slightly prior to our entry time). You arrive on the 6th floor via elevator and the exhibit wraps around the floor. It begins with social background from the times, then lots of information on the Kennedy family before you begin to read about what happened in the days before the trip to Dallas. There was lots of detail about that day, including many photographs and movie still frames from multiple angles. The corner of the room from where the shots were fired are maintained as they were at the time. There is also a model of the shooting. After that, you get to the portion that discusses, in detail, what happened in the days following, including the investigation and conspiracy theories. Once you finish, there was a temporary exhibit on the 7th floor included in ticket price, and a gift shop (and bathrooms) on the first floor. The main thing that could be improved is that the direction of flow through the exhibit isn't marked and isn't always intuitive. Sometimes this caused traffic jams and we had to wait to get close enough to the information to read. I highly recommend this museum if you are visiting Dallas. Probably better for adults or families with older children (I think it would be boring for little kids).

    Nathan W.

    Finally decided to come to the JFK memorial, and lo behold it is closed. They are closed mondays and tuesdays. But there are lots of things to look at outside. I honestly can't see how a shot could be made from the sixth floor. Let alone several shots hitting multiple people. I saw other documentaries that suggested other shooters on the ground, which makes more sense in my opinion. It's a great sight for photos. And the building is still there as a landmark. The road the motorcade was traveling on is still there. I taken it many times myself. There is construction on it so be prepared for a a long line of travel.

    The window where Lee Harvey Oswald waited for JFK to pass by.
    Lynnann W.

    Make time for this experience! Surreal to physically be where Oswald was when he chose to end JFK's life. This place was expertly managed to control the flow of visitors and be available for information. The layout is well done and speaks or connects with most generations. Was surprised to learn new facts and got teary over remembering the tragedy. Dedicated paid parking lot, very ADA friendly and group friendly. #ripjfk

    Nedelka C.

    You definitely have to visit the Sixth Floor Museum -- it's a major Dallas attraction with a lot of history. The staff is friendly, the bathrooms are clean, and the spaces are open and well-maintained.

    Tank G.

    This museum is a must see while you are in Dallas and is within a reasonable walking distance to many other fine attractions. You will find a commercial parking lot adjacent to the building. However, I recommend exploring parking apps to see if you can find a parking deal. I found a great deal on one of the apps, $6 for 24 hours. You must purchase a timed ticket to get entry into the museum. I had to wait 40 minutes after purchasing my ticket to enter. The line to enter actually forms outside the building. You are allowed into the building and put in a que at your scheduled time. From there guests are metered to the elevator, where they are taken to the infamous 6th floor. The bulk of the museum exhibits are on the 6th floor where Lee Harvey Oswald is said to have shot President John F. Kennedy from. The museum is well done and some exhibits that you will find there include: JFK's Presidential campaign, his early life, JFK's visit to Texas, conspiracy theories, JFK's assassination timeline, Lee Harvey Oswald timeline, media coverage, and JFK's legacy. The museum has a small theater that plays a movie about the assassinations. The window that Lee Harvey Oswald was supposed to have shot JFK from is blocked off and set up similar to how it was when he shot the president. You can however get a view of the street from the window beside that one. They also have monitors with computer simulations that show the route that was taken by the JFK motorcade on that fateful day. The museum use to have headsets available to walk you through the museum, but that was not an option during my visit. It was 100% self-guided. You can take stairs up to the next level which has some restrooms, a a mock news room. There is also a huge empty space, with more windows to look out of and gives you a pretty nice view of Dealey Plaza. It looks like it could be used to host special events. Of course you will find a gift shop on the 1st floor, where you exit. They have light snacks, puzzles, hats, shirts, magnets, toys and NASA/space stuff. This is a must visit when in Dallas and I spent about an hour here. This is a self-guided tour and I will admit that it was really packed when I was there, especially near the front, but my visit was during a school break. You need to couple this visit with a stroll of Dealey Plaza, where it all unfolded. They have markers for key locations out there. Anyway, this is a must visit while in Dallas. I highly recommend checking this piece a history out.

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