John F. Kennedy Memorial

John F. Kennedy Memorial

5 star rating: Highly Recommended 11 Reviews | Add review

  • Address: John F Kennedy Memorial Plaza, Dallas
  • Hours: Open 24 hours a day
  • Admission: Free

John F. Kennedy Memorial
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Simple but profoundly moving, the open-air John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza focuses on the granite slab bearing the assassinated president’s name etched in gold.The granite memorial is surrounded by soaring concrete walls, creating a roofless space for private contemplation and reflection, free from outside distractions.

The Memorial was dedicated in June 1970, and was envisioned by architect Philip Johnson as an open tomb or cenotaph. The plain white walls appear to be free-floating, capturing the feeling of loss felt around the world following Kennedy’s assassination in Dallas on November 22, 1963.

By day, the floating white walls are reflected on the monument’s gilt lettering. At night, the monument is a beautifully floodlit city landmark.

Latest Reviews

5 star rating: Highly Recommended Review by Gabrielle H, United Kingdom, May 2013
Doing what: Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

Amazing experience so much info and detail, would definitely recommend.

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5 star rating: Highly Recommended Review by Karen W, Australia, July 2012
Doing what: Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

Very interesting and moving tribute to JFK.

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5 star rating: Highly Recommended Review by Francine, Australia, June 2012
Doing what: Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

Loved this. The displays are excellent and the audio guide really brings it all to life. It is a pity you are not allowed to take photos inside the museum. I would suggest that a booklet of photos could be compiled and sold to visitors. At least that would give you something to take away instead of having your own photos.

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Practical Info

The Kennedy Memorial is a block down from Dealey Plaza, in the JFK Memorial Plaza. Union Station and West End station are close by.
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