Bush Center Exclusive Docent presale We are pleased to announce these upcoming programs at the George W. Bush Presidential Center. Docents must log in to purchase tickets during the presale period. Please contact guestservices@bushcenter.org if you need assistance.
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| A Conversation with The Pioneer Woman, Ree Drummond, and Her Daughters, Alex and Paige |
| Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 6:30 pm CT |
| Engage at the Bush Center, presented by NexPoint |
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The Bush Center welcomes back The Pioneer Woman, Ree Drummond, with the release of her new cookbook, The Essential Recipes. Ree will join her daughters, Alex and Paige, for a conversation about this labor of love and what she refers to as the “recipe bible.” Join us to hear more from The Pioneer Woman on how she re-examined, re-worked, re-tested these recipes so dear to her heart. Each ticket purchase comes with The Essential Recipes cookbook, which will be pre-signed by The Pioneer Woman and available for pick up at the event. When checking out, please be sure to select “pick up” as delivery method before finalizing your transaction. To purchase additional tickets and cookbooks you will need to complete separate transactions. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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| A Nation Begins: A Conversation with Ken Burns and Rick Atkinson |
| Wednesday, February 11, 2026 | 6:30 pm CT |
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In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the Bush Center is honored to host an evening of reflection and revelation with two of the nation’s most compelling chroniclers of its founding. Acclaimed filmmaker Ken Burns, co-director of the forthcoming documentary The American Revolution, joins Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and author of the #1 New York Times bestseller, THE FATE OF THE DAY, Rick Atkinson for a wide-ranging conversation on the dreams, dilemmas and defining choices of our founding. Together, they’ll explore how the Revolution shaped our national identity, the stories still untold, and what it means to commemorate a beginning that continues to challenge and inspire. Moderated by Bush Center CEO Shilo Brooks, this event invites audiences to consider not just where we came from — but where we’re headed.
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| Laura Bush Book Club with Author Allison Pataki |
| Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 6:30 pm CT |
| Engage at the Bush Center, presented by NexPoint |
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This year’s Laura Bush Book Club featured guest is acclaimed author Allison Pataki, whose richly drawn historical fiction has captivated readers around the globe. Pataki is the multiple New York Times bestselling author of 11 books, including The Traitor’s Wife and The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post, with her latest novel It Girl set to be published in March 2026. Translated into more than 24 languages, Pataki’s writing brings overlooked women and pivotal moments in history vividly to life. Pataki will share insights into her creative process, the power of historical fiction to illuminate truth, and the stories behind the stories that continue to shape our understanding of the past — and ourselves. As we mark America’s 250th birthday, Pataki’s work offers a timely reminder of the individuals, ideals, and complexities that have defined our national journey — and the enduring importance of storytelling in shaping our collective memory.
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Also happening at the Bush Center
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| Extended Hours and Free Admission at the George W. Bush Presidential Museum on Veterans Day |
| Tuesday, November 11, 2025
9:00 am – 8:00 pm CT |
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Admission to the Bush Museum will be FREE for all visitors in honor of Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, courtesy of Sewell Automotive Companies. The Bush Museum will also have extended evening hours from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on these days. Know someone who isn’t a Bush Center member yet? Invite them to come along and explore the Bush Museum.
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| Holiday Choir and Musical Performances at the Bush Museum |
| November 14 – December 14, 2025 |
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| Deck the Halls: Holiday Traditions at the White House |
| Tuesday, November 18, 2025 | 6:30 pm CT |
| Engage at the Bush Center, presented by NexPoint |
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Celebrate the season with an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at holiday traditions at the White House from those who helped bring them to life. Join Dori Thornton Waller, former White House Deputy Social Secretary, Sara Armstrong, former Deputy Chief of Staff to Mrs. Laura Bush, and Susan Whitson, former Press Secretary to Mrs. Laura Bush, as they share memorable stories from their time at the White House during the holidays. The conversation will be moderated by Kristin King, Chief Operating Officer of the George W. Bush Institute.
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| Merry & Bright Night |
| Friday, December 5, 2025 | 6:00 pm CT |
| Engage at the Bush Center, presented by NexPoint |
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Join us for a festive evening at our annual Merry & Bright Night, a cherished holiday tradition for the entire family. Enjoy seasonal cookies, entertaining children’s activities, and story time with Mrs. Claus. Guests will have the opportunity to participate in a beloved Bush Center tradition: capturing a photo with Santa Claus in the Oval Office!
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About the George W. Bush Presidential Center Located on the SMU campus in Dallas, Texas, the George W. Bush Presidential Center is a nonpartisan institution advancing the timeless values of freedom, opportunity, accountability, and compassion. The Bush Center comprises the George W. Bush Presidential Museum and the George W. Bush Institute, a solution-oriented policy organization focused on ensuring opportunity for all, strengthening democracy, and advancing free societies through policy solutions and public engagement. The Bush Center also houses the George W. Bush Presidential Library, operated by the National Archives and Records Administration, which provides access to official documents and artifacts from the George W. Bush Administration. Learn more about the Bush Center at www.bushcenter.org
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