The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
4.6
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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One of Texas’ most visited historic sites, The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza chronicles the life, death and legacy of President John F. Kennedy. The Museum is in the former Texas School Book Depository building, where evidence of a sniper was found after the assassination of President Kennedy on November 22, 1963. Much of the exhibit space looks as it appeared in the 1960s. Highlights include a sniper’s perch, the FBI model used by the Warren Commission, an original teletype machine that first transmitted news of the president’s death, Oswald’s wedding ring, historic films, photos and more. An interactive display overlooks Dealey Plaza. Admission includes an audio guide, available in eight languages including ASL. The museum is open daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas. RECOMMENDED: Buy timed-entry tickets in advance at jfk.org. The most convenient paid parking is adjacent to the building; stay in the far right lane of Elm Street to enter the parking lot.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Michaeldorsey11
2 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
The museum has many well-done exhibits explaining the events and time period of the JFK assassination. However, we found it difficult to know which order to follow the exhibits so we ended up jumping around and it felt disconnected. It's not a deal breaker but with an easy tweak, could present the material more logically for the museum guest.
They do a nice job of presenting all the facts about the assassination and to raise questions as to what actually happened. Be sure the buy the online tickets ahead of time and paid parking is available right in front of the museum. Confusing at times but worth the visit.
They do a nice job of presenting all the facts about the assassination and to raise questions as to what actually happened. Be sure the buy the online tickets ahead of time and paid parking is available right in front of the museum. Confusing at times but worth the visit.
Written November 16, 2024
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Sammie-Jo69
North West England, UK551 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
Iconic building which is easy to find, very clean and well kept. Tickets booked online are cheaper although at $22 for an adult, given the relatively modest size of the exhibit, they are a bit overpriced. Although small, the museum is well-presented with high quality information but would benefit from a more prescribed layout and direction. Sometimes the 7th floor has additional exhibits too which is nice.
Written March 23, 2024
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Beverly W
World14 contributions
Feb 2025 • Couples
Excellent display of historical items related to JFK assassination. See the window Oswald fired from at Texas School book Depository. Visitors can form own conclusion as to who actually fired fatal shot that killed President Kennedy. We visited to see the site that focused so prominently in that day's tragic event. Grassy knoll is nearby as is the concrete plinth Zapruder stood on while filming Kennedy motorcade. These sites are visible from window of museum. Book/Gift shop on property and clean restrooms for ticket holders. We ordered tickets online in advance as museum has timed entrances and we didn't want to miss seeing museum. Film loops shown focus on Kennedy administrations dedication to volunteerism civil rights and the space race.
Written February 17, 2025
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Karin D
Millersville, MD131 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
The museum does a nice job of explaining the assassination of JFK as well as what was happening at the time. Unfortunately, the exhibits are not marked so you don't know where to start and go next. This made the lack of flow hard to follow the timeline. Simply putting numbers or arrows would greatly improve the experience.
The exhibits seemed to be neutral in outlining the event. The information about Lee Harvey Oswald's story was certainly compelling to consider.
Be sure to purchase your timed entry tickets ahead of time. Paid parking is right in front of the museum. The museum is a bit confusing but still worth a visit.
The exhibits seemed to be neutral in outlining the event. The information about Lee Harvey Oswald's story was certainly compelling to consider.
Be sure to purchase your timed entry tickets ahead of time. Paid parking is right in front of the museum. The museum is a bit confusing but still worth a visit.
Written November 16, 2024
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Matthew H
Huntsville, AL166 contributions
Dec 2024 • Couples
Spent over an hour walking the displays and listening to the various movies playing in the museum. It was enjoyable - didn’t learn anything new about JFK but felt it was a fair and interesting place that discusses the lead up, assassination, and aftermath. Even some discussion and movie/video about the reasons why folks believe it was a conspiracy.
Take a few minutes to go upstairs (above the museum floor with the exhibits) as it offers views that are haunting.
This was a good museum - recommend it!
Take a few minutes to go upstairs (above the museum floor with the exhibits) as it offers views that are haunting.
This was a good museum - recommend it!
Written December 20, 2024
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علی م
United States4 contributions
May 2024 • Family
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza is a powerful and emotional experience. Standing in the very spot where history changed forever gives you chills. The exhibits do a great job of telling the story of JFK’s life, presidency, and tragic death, making it feel very real and personal. It’s a place that leaves a lasting impression, whether you’re a history enthusiast or just curious about that moment in time.
Written September 3, 2024
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TennisStar602
New Jersey718 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
This was a nice museum that detailed the life story of John F. Kennedy, and it thoroughly described the events which led up to his assassination. The assassination of John F. Kennedy really was a major historical event for Dallas. There were many displays and pictures detailing the events of John F. Kennedy’s upbringing, his presidential history, and his final moments. They were also detailed accounts of the life of the perpetrator. I spent about an hour at this museum. There was a gift shop on the ground floor, and guests took an elevator to reach the sixth (6th) floor to see the displays and the area where the gunman supposedly stood. They were also some pictures up on the seventh (7th) floor, and guests could get up there by some stairs or by an elevator. There were bathrooms on the premises. It cost twenty-five ($25) dollars to enter, which I thought was a high price. There was paid parking, but I did not use it.
Written March 24, 2024
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Cody
Roswell, NM99 contributions
Jun 2024 • Solo
I have visited the Sixth Floor Museum twice and think it is a must for anyone with ani retest in the assassination of John F. Kennedy.
I will say that the museum’s narrative is oriented toward the notion of Lee Harvey Oswald as the lone gunman. Visitors who have done their research and feel passionate about an alternative theory may not appreciate that. I find most visitors have very little background d knowledge of the assassination based on conversations I overhear, so it would be good to provide some info on alternative theories to at least encourage visitors to continue exploring information about this event afterward.
The highlight to me is being able to look down on Dealey Plaza from the sixth floor windows. The corner window where the shots were fired from is sealed off, but you can get a very similar view from the window next to it .
I also have enjoyed the temporary exhibits on each of my visits. Last time the theme was the relationship between RFK-MLK, and this time it focused on the five city campaign tour of Texas that unfortunately ended in Dallas on Nov. 22, 1963.
I will say that the museum’s narrative is oriented toward the notion of Lee Harvey Oswald as the lone gunman. Visitors who have done their research and feel passionate about an alternative theory may not appreciate that. I find most visitors have very little background d knowledge of the assassination based on conversations I overhear, so it would be good to provide some info on alternative theories to at least encourage visitors to continue exploring information about this event afterward.
The highlight to me is being able to look down on Dealey Plaza from the sixth floor windows. The corner window where the shots were fired from is sealed off, but you can get a very similar view from the window next to it .
I also have enjoyed the temporary exhibits on each of my visits. Last time the theme was the relationship between RFK-MLK, and this time it focused on the five city campaign tour of Texas that unfortunately ended in Dallas on Nov. 22, 1963.
Written June 20, 2024
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smrgeog
Vancouver, Canada2,528 contributions
Apr 2024 • Friends
This is probably the most popular tourist attraction in Dallas. Because of its popularity, a timed ticket purchased in advance is strongly recommended. They might have walk in tickets available.
Museum is primarily photographs with some documents and exhibits. It’s a learning experience and provides insight into the assassination and more importantly on Kennedy’s administration.
Definitely a must visit but purchase your tickets in advance!
Museum is primarily photographs with some documents and exhibits. It’s a learning experience and provides insight into the assassination and more importantly on Kennedy’s administration.
Definitely a must visit but purchase your tickets in advance!
Written April 5, 2024
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Kelly
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Dec 2024 • Family
We were in town for a conference and staying at the Hyatt Regency so this was a no brainer for us. It was an easy walk and a chance to experience a little bit of history. I hadn't realized how close we were to the Grassy Knoll or that there was a museum until my daughter-in-law made a comment as we drove by. I love the feel of the museum which really set the tone for the exhibit and viewing all the primary artifacts. It is small and totally doable in about 90 minutes. We did venture through Dealey Plaza on our way back to the hotel but I was unaware of the availability of an audio tour.
Written December 11, 2024
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We spent 2 hours there and it is a lot of slow walking due to the crowds. There was heavy crowds but well worth it, and there are places to sit
Written March 8, 2020
Is it best to book online in advance if I'm going a week on Monday? And is it an E ticket?
Written October 11, 2019
Just try and get there early. The museum gets busy quickly. You can buy tickets online and they put you in a faster line.
Written October 20, 2019
Where is best place to park?
Written October 6, 2019
Sorry we parked at hotel and walked and bussed around Dallas
Written December 17, 2019
Does the 30 minute timed entry mean you can get there at any time in that window or do you have to get there at the earliest time? Can you go in any time you want in the 30 min window or might they have you waiting?
Written September 7, 2019
No timed entry when we were there recently. We just turned up. Not busy midweek.
Written September 10, 2019
What would be the best time to visit the Museum? Thanks in advance
Written May 2, 2019
Hello. Is it safe to walk from the Sixth Floor Museum to the Perot Science Center? I noticed that they are only a few blocks apart but I’m wondering if it is walkable. Thank you.
Written February 14, 2019
Sixth floor museum
We have purchased tickets to visit the museum in August as part of a 4 night stay. Would anyone advise to also book a JFK tour for later in our stay ? Or would a visit to the museum suffice ? We also intend to get the TRE over to Fort Worth to visit the stockyards
With thanks
Written May 30, 2018
We took the bus tour as well and you do follow the route of the motorcade but you also see where the officer was shot by Oswald and the house and theater that was part of that day.
Written June 19, 2018
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