8 Unique Museums In Dallas To Check Out
Experience something new at one of these Dallas museums.
George W. Bush Presidential Library And Museum
Located on the campus of Southern Methodist University, this museum highlights the life and career of President George W. Bush through artifacts, documents and interactive components. Start your journey at Freedom Hall, a 360-degree high definition video wall montage, take your picture inside the exact replica of the Oval Office and stop inside the gift shop for a souvenir to take home.
Frontiers Of Flight Museum
The Frontiers of Flight Museum, stationed near Dallas Love Field Airport, highlights the importance of the aviation industry throughout history. The museum’s aviation includes over 30 aircraft and space vehicles, 13 galleries and exhibits and more than 35,000 historical artifacts.
African American Museum
The African American Museum at Fair Park is the only institution of its kind in the Southwest, housing one of the largest collections of African American Folk Art in the nation. Explore the impressive collections of art pieces and cultural and historical materials. Admission is free!
The Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum: The Samurai Collection
Samurai dominated Japan for nearly a millennium, playing a vital role in the course of the country’s history. Established in the Harwood District in 2012, The Samurai Collection is the only museum of its kind in the United States and is now one of the largest in the world. The Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum: The Samurai Collection presents armor that once protected and adorned these fierce warriors.
Dallas Holocaust And Human Rights Museum
This moving museum in the Historic West End is dedicated to teaching the history of the Holocaust and advancing human rights to combat prejudice, hatred and indifference. See the permanent exhibit, as well as the rotating special exhibits, and hear from Dallas-area Holocaust survivors during the museum’s special programming throughout the year.
Dallas Contemporary
Dallas Contemporary is an contemporary art museum located in the Design District of Dallas, Texas. Since its establishment in 1978, the museum has been dedicated to exhibiting contemporary art in various mediums, including painting, sculpture, photography, and video. The museum's mission is to present new and challenging ideas from international, national, and local artists in order to engage and inspire audiences.
Perot Museum Of Nature And Science
The Perot Museum of Nature and Science, home to 11 permanent exhibit halls and various traveling exhibitions throughout the year, delivers hours of fun for children, adults and life-long learners alike. Catch a view of Downtown Dallas from the museum's glass-encased elevator as you work your way up to the top floor and back down and stop by the earthquake stimulator before taking on a virtual Olympic athlete in a race.
Sixth Floor Museum At Dealey Plaza
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza chronicles the life, assassination and legacy of President John F. Kennedy with thoughtful exhibits and artifacts. It’s a must-see on any Dallas visit. The exhibit, set up as a timeline leading up to the November 1963 events, includes one-of-a-kind historical photographs, films, artifacts and documents that tell the story of JFK’s assassination as well as that of his family life and presidency. The museum also includes a robust collection of materials covering the investigation and conspiracy theories.
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