Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics, Lawrence

Name: Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics
Address: 2350 Petefish Dr, Lawrence, 66045, United States
Telephone: +1 785-864-4900

#5 among attractions in Lawrence

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Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics, Lawrence

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The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics, often shortened to the Dole Institute, is a nonpartisan political institution located at the University of Kansas and founded by the former U.S. Senator from Kansas and 1996 Republican presidential candidate Bob Dole. Opened on July 22, 2003, Dole's 80th birthday, the institute's $11.3 million, 28,000-square-foot facility houses Dole's papers and hosts frequent political events. The institute is officially bi-partisan and has sponsored on-campus programs featuring prominent politicians of both major parties. The institute sponsors the Dole Lecture, which is given in April and features a prominent national figure addressing some aspect of contemporary politics or policy. The institute awards the annual Dole Leadership Prize each September, which includes a $25,000 cash award. The Presidential Lecture Series features the nation's leading presidential scholars, historians, journalists, and others including former Presidents, cabinet officers, and White House staff members who discuss the nation's highest office in ways that combine scholarly rigor with popular access. The archives hosted an exhibit in 2017 entitled "The League of Wives: Vietnam’s POW/MIA Allies & Advocates." In 2017, Elizabeth Dole gifted her career papers to the Dole Institute Archive and Special Collections. ()

Established: 2003 (21 years ago)Coordinates: 38°57'20"N, 95°15'55"W

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2350 Petefish DrLawrence 66045 United States

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+1 785-864-4900

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Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Allen Fieldhouse, Memorial Stadium, Spencer Museum of Art, University of Kansas Natural History Museum.

0.7 miE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport
Allen Fieldhouse, Lawrence
18 min walk • Allen Fieldhouse is an indoor arena on the University of Kansas campus in Lawrence, Kansas, United States. It is home of the Kansas Jayhawks men's and women's basketball teams. The arena is named after Dr. Forrest C.
1.1 miNE
Football, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Memorial Stadium, Lawrence
29 min walk • David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium is a football stadium located in Lawrence, Kansas, on the campus of the University of Kansas.
1.1 miE
Museum, Art, Art museum
Spencer Museum of Art, Lawrence
30 min walk • The Spencer Museum of Art is an art museum located on the University of Kansas campus in Lawrence, Kansas. The museum houses collection that currently numbers more than 47,000 artworks and artifacts in all media.
1.2 miE
Museum, Natural history museum
University of Kansas Natural History Museum, Lawrence
30 min walk • The University of Kansas Natural History Museum is part of the University of Kansas Biodiversity Institute, a KU designated research center dedicated to the study of the life of the planet.
~770 ftE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Performing arts
Lied Center of Kansas, Lawrence
4 min walk • The Lied Center of Kansas is the main performing arts center at the University of Kansas, and one of three performing arts dedicated centers on the campus.
1 miE
Library
Kenneth Spencer Research Library, Lawrence
26 min walk • The Kenneth Spencer Research Library is a library at the University of Kansas in Lawrence. Completed and dedicated in 1968, the library houses special collections materials including rare books, maps, archives, and photographs. The library is open to members of the public and is not limited to students and faculty members at KU.
~1710 ftSE
Universities and schools
University of Kansas, Lawrence
9 min walk • The University of Kansas is a public research university with its main campus in Lawrence, Kansas, United States, and several satellite campuses, research and educational centers, medical centers, and classes across the state of Kansas.
1 miE
Universities and schools
Bailey Hall, Lawrence
25 min walk • Bailey Hall, at the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kansas, was built in 1905. The architect was John G. Haskell who was among the architects of the Kansas State Capitol. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2001. As of 2013, the building is home to the Communication Studies department.
0.7 miE
38°57'15"N • 95°15'8"W
Booth Family Hall of Athletics, Lawrence
19 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, Arenas and stadiums
1.2 miE
Forts and castles
Fort Lane, Lawrence
32 min walk • Fort Lane, on the crest of Mount Oread, then southwest of Lawrence, Kansas, was built by the residents of Lawrence in 1856 to serve as a lookout post to observe groups of men desiring to attack Lawrence.
0.7 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Mount Oread, Lawrence
18 min walk • Mount Oread is a hill in Lawrence, Kansas upon which the University of Kansas, and parts of the city of Lawrence, Kansas is located. It sits on the water divide between the Kansas River and the Wakarusa River rivers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics open?

Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics?

Nearby attractions include Lied Center of Kansas, Lawrence (4 min walk), University of Kansas, Lawrence (9 min walk), Mount Oread Civil War posts, Lawrence (18 min walk), Mount Oread, Lawrence (18 min walk).

How to get to Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics by public transport?

The nearest stations to Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics:

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Naismith Dr West of Murphy • Lines: 27 (19 min walk)
Robinson Gym • Lines: 27 (22 min walk)