The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza is a history museum in downtown Dallas, housed in the former Texas School Book Depository building. Its exhibitions examine the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the response to it and Kennedy’s legacy.
- Address: 411 Elm Street, Dallas, Texas 75202
- Typical hours: Open Wednesday to Sunday; closed Monday and Tuesday
- Admission: Online general admission is $24 for adults, $22 for seniors and $20 for youth; children ages 0–5 enter free
- Time to allow: About 90 minutes for the self-guided core exhibition
What the museum covers
The museum traces the assassination and legacy of President John F. Kennedy through exhibitions in the former Texas School Book Depository. Established in 1989, it presents its core exhibition, “John F. Kennedy and the Memory of a Nation,” on the sixth floor.
The permanent exhibition includes photographs, documentary films and artifacts related to November 22–25, 1963. It also looks at the world’s response to the assassination, major investigations and Kennedy’s legacy. Special exhibitions and public programs are presented on the seventh floor.
How do you get to Dealey Plaza by transit?
The museum is three blocks west of West End Station, which connects to all DART lines. You can use the Dallas DART transit guide to understand the network before choosing a route.
Union Station is five blocks south of the museum and connects to the Trinity Railway Express (TRE) to Fort Worth. These station connections make the museum accessible by rail from around Dallas and from Fort Worth.
Tickets and timed admission
All museum tickets have a timed entry, and purchasing in advance is recommended. The Visitors Center sells tickets for the next available entry time.
Opening hours
- Wednesday to Sunday: 10 AM–5 PM
- Monday and Tuesday: closed
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Online general admission costs $24 for adults, $22 for seniors and $20 for youth; children ages 0–5 are admitted free. Online purchases also have a $1-per-ticket convenience fee. On-site general admission costs $27 for adults, $25 for seniors and $23 for youth, with free admission for children ages 0–5.
The museum’s last ticket is sold and last entry is at 4:15 p.m. Hours and admission details can change, so check the official site before you go.
How much time should you allow?
Allow about 90 minutes for the self-guided core exhibition on the sixth floor. Add time if you plan to explore the seventh-floor temporary exhibitions.
Before setting out, note that food and drink are not permitted in the galleries. Non-flash photography is permitted on the sixth and seventh floors and in the Visitors Center unless restricted by contract or curatorial discretion; photographs are for personal use only.
Dealey Plaza and nearby stops
The museum stands at Dealey Plaza, in the historic building where its exhibitions are based. West End Station and Union Station are useful transit connections for planning the rest of a downtown visit. The Dallas Farmers Market guide covers its hours, vendors and getting there.
For a rail trip toward Fort Worth, Union Station connects with the Trinity Railway Express. West End Station links to all DART lines, making it a practical connection for other parts of Dallas.
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FAQs
Is The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza worth it?
The museum’s permanent exhibition combines photographs, films and artifacts with coverage of the assassination, the investigations and Kennedy’s legacy. It offers a focused account of those subjects in the building where the museum is located.
When is the museum open?
Open Wednesday to Sunday; closed Monday and Tuesday. The last entry is at 4:15 p.m.; check the official site before your visit for current details.
How long does a visit take?
The self-guided core exhibition takes about 90 minutes. Exploring seventh-floor temporary exhibitions adds to that time.
Can you bring luggage or service animals?
Rolling luggage and items larger than 14 × 22 × 9 inches must be checked at the front desk for $5 per item, payable by credit card, and collected before leaving. ADA-defined service animals assisting people with disabilities are welcome; other animals are not permitted.