Experience the Presidency
Plan Your Visit
Experience the presidency in the Bush Museum, explore nature in the Native Texas Park, enjoy local-first dining at Café 43, and more.
Shopping
Bush Center Museum Store
Shop the Museum Store for unique gifts, souvenirs, apparel and books relating to the 43rd President and the U.S. presidency.
Dining
Café 43
Café 43 is open for lunch Monday through Friday and brunch and lunch on Saturday. Named in honor of the 43rd President of the United States, Café 43 is a full-service restaurant with a “local first, Texas second” menu.
George W. Bush Presidential Center
Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park
The 14-acre Laura W. Bush Native Texas Park, free to all members of the community and open year-round from sunrise to sundown, invites visitors to explore a natural landscape in the heart of the city.
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Visiting the Museum
Know Before You Go
Bring Your Own Device
Visitors are encouraged to download the Bush Center app on their personal device (iTunes • Google Play) and bring headphones to experience audio tours of the exhibit(s).
Ticket Information and Entry Procedures
Timed entry tickets are recommended for entry and can be purchased online prior to arrival. Changes are allowed on a ticket order at no additional charge. However, we do not offer refunds. Please have your ticket(s) available (on your phone or printed) for entry.
Same-day reservations are permitted.
Guided tours are unavailable.
Visitors will pass through airport-type security and metal detectors. Visitors, as well as their belongings, are subject to inspection. The requirement for bag inspection and visitor screening on entrance will result in an inability to guarantee our security officers can maintain 6-foot social distance during these procedures.
Bags and backpacks are not permitted. Only one purse or diaper bag is allowed per person, and bags cannot be larger than 17 × 26 inches (43 × 66 centimeters) in size.
Wheelchairs are available onsite.
Visit the Permanent Exhibit
The permanent exhibit at the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum looks at the life and career of President George W. Bush. The exhibit brings the story of President and Mrs. Bush’s leadership to life for visitors by highlighting the principles they followed when making key decisions and by promoting an understanding of the Presidency, American history, and public policy.
