Texas School Book Depository, Dallas

Name: Texas School Book Depository
Address: Dallas, United States
Telephone: +1 214-747-6660

#88 among attractions in Dallas

Specialty museum, Museum

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The Texas School Book Depository, now known as the Dallas County Administration Building, is a seven-floor building facing Dealey Plaza in Dallas, Texas. The building was Lee Harvey Oswald's vantage point in his assassination of United States President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963. Oswald, an employee at the depository, shot and mortally wounded President Kennedy from a sixth floor window on the building's southeastern corner; Kennedy died at Parkland Memorial Hospital. The structure is a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, located at 411 Elm Street on the northwest corner of Elm and North Houston Streets, at the western end of downtown Dallas. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Romanesque revivalFloors: 8Coordinates: 32°46'47"N, 96°48'30"W

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Downtown Dallas (West End Historic District)Dallas United States

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+1 214-747-6660

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Texas School Book Depository – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Perot Museum of Nature and Science, Dealey Plaza, Holocaust and Human Rights Museum, Reunion Tower.

0.5 miN
Museum, Natural history museum, Specialty museum
Perot Museum of Nature and Science, Dallas
13 min walk • The Perot Museum of Nature and Science is a beacon of knowledge and discovery in the heart of Dallas, Texas. This architectural marvel not only stands out in the city's skyline but also offers a world-class educational experience for visitors of all ages.
~410 ftS
Site of JFK's assassination
Dealey Plaza, Dallas
2 min walk • Dealey Plaza, nestled in the heart of Dallas, Texas, is a notable public park that holds a significant place in American history. Established in 1940, it was named after George Bannerman Dealey, a civic leader and early publisher of The Dallas Morning News.
~280 ftNE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Holocaust and Human Rights Museum, Dallas
2 min walk • The Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum stands as a somber testament to the resilience of humanity in the face of atrocity and injustice. Located in the city of Dallas, United States, this museum is dedicated to educating visitors about the history of the...
~1610 ftS
Iconic observation deck with city views
Reunion Tower, Dallas
8 min walk • Reunion Tower is an iconic landmark gracing the skyline of Dallas, Texas, with its distinctive glowing ball illuminating the city night after night. Standing at a height of 561 feet, this tower is not just a part of the city's fabric; it's a beacon for locals...
~1620 ftNE
Exotic animals in replica habitats
Dallas World Aquarium, Dallas
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0.8 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Sport complex
American Airlines Center, Dallas
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0.6 miE
Shopping, Department store
Neiman Marcus, Dallas
17 min walk • The Neiman Marcus Building is a historic commercial structure located in the Main Street District in downtown Dallas, Texas. It is the corporate headquarters and flagship store of Neiman Marcus.
~330 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Dallas County Courthouse, Dallas
2 min walk • The Dallas County Courthouse, built in 1892 of red sandstone with rusticated marble accents, is a historic governmental building located at 100 South Houston Street in Dallas, Texas.
~30 ftW
Exhibits at JFK assassination site
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, Dallas
1 min walk • The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza is a museum located on the sixth floor of the Dallas County Administration Building in downtown Dallas, Texas, overlooking Dealey Plaza at the intersection of Elm and Houston Streets.
0.5 miSE
Park, Sculpture
Pioneer Plaza, Dallas
14 min walk • Pioneer Plaza is a large public park located in the Convention Center District of downtown Dallas, Texas. It contains a large sculpture and is a heavily visited tourist site.
0.9 miNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center, Dallas
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Texas School Book Depository open?

Texas School Book Depository is open:

Monday 12 pm - 6 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 6 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 6 pm
Saturday 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday 10 am - 6 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Texas School Book Depository?

Nearby attractions include The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, Dallas (1 min walk), Holocaust and Human Rights Museum, Dallas (2 min walk), Dallas County Courthouse, Dallas (2 min walk), Dealey Plaza, Dallas (2 min walk).

How to get to Texas School Book Depository by public transport?

The nearest stations to Texas School Book Depository:

Light rail

West End • Lines: Blue, Green, Orange, Red (5 min walk)
Union Station • Lines: Blue, Red (7 min walk)

Bus

O • Lines: 29, 52, 59, 749 (7 min walk)
N • Lines: 29, 52, 59, 749 (7 min walk)

Train

Dallas Union Station (7 min walk)
Convention Center (16 min walk)

Tram

Union Station • Lines: 620 (8 min walk)
Saint Paul & Ross • Lines: 825 (17 min walk)