Thank you for reserving tickets to visit the George W. Bush Presidential Museum. We look forward to your visit.
The Bush Museum promotes a greater understanding of the American presidency, offers a moving exhibit on September 11, 2001, a replica Oval Office, an exploration of the pursuit of liberty in Freedom Matters, and an interactive experience in presidential decision-making through the Decision Points Theater.
While you’re here, we hope you’ll also enjoy the Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park, join us for lunch at Café 43, and visit the George W. Bush Presidential Museum Store.
A few items to help you prepare for your visit:
Location
The George W. Bush Presidential Center is located at:
2943 SMU Boulevard
Dallas, Texas 75205
Directions and Parking
Visitors are strongly encourage to use ride-share or utilize the Dallas Area Rapid Transit System (DART). Both the Lovers Lane and Mockingbird DART stations are located within one mile of the Bush Center. Free parking is available at the Mockingbird DART Station.
If you choose to drive, visitors may park in the Bush Center visitor lot, located just north of the building. Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Visitors will be charged $10 per car for the first hour and $1.00 for each additional 30 minutes. Visitors pay by credit card upon exiting the parking lot.
View more information on parking, directions, and public transportation.
Security
Since the George W. Bush Presidential Center is a federal facility, visitors will pass through airport-type security and metal detectors. Any type of weapon, bags, and backpacks are not permitted. Only one purse or diaper bag is allowed per person, and bags cannot be larger than 17 x 26 inches (43 x 66 centimeters) in size. No food or drink will be allowed to go through security.
View more details and a list of prohibited items.
Accessibility
Wheelchairs are available free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis. They cannot leave the Bush Museum's secure area, and guests may not take them into Café 43, the Bush Museum Store, the street for pick-up or drop-off, or the Freedom Plaza fountain. Motorized scooters are allowed. Only animals defined by the ADA as Service Animals are allowed entry. If you have concerns about accessibility before your visit, please contact our Box Office at boxoffice@bushcenter.org or 214-200-4306.
Bring Your Own Device
Visitors are encouraged to download the Bush Center app on their personal device (App Store • Google Play) and bring headphones to experience audio tours of the exhibit(s).
Contact Us
We want to ensure you have an enjoyable and educational experience. If you have any questions or if there is anything we can do to help you best prepare for your experience at the Bush Museum, visit us online or contact the Box Office at boxoffice@bushcenter.org or 214-200-4306.
