The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

08/27/2026

an era as the headlines of the day. 1960s fashion reflected changing ideas about politics, gender, culture and identity. Public figures such as First Ladies Jacqueline Kennedy and Lady Bird Johnson wore clothing that represented an image that communicated confidence and purpose.

Dr. Annette Becker, Director and Curator of the Texas Fashion Collection at the University of North Texas, presents an exploration of fashion’s role in the 1960s. Discover how editors and retailers in Dallas emerged and made the city an influential center for fashion journalism and design. Here, industry leaders helped shape national trends and expand opportunities for women in the workplace. Beyond the wardrobes of popular public figures, Dr. Becker details what average Americans were wearing in the decade and why it mattered. Don’t miss this great program Sept 3, at 6 pm at the Museum. Tickets at jfk.org

08/27/2026

It’s time to Donate and Do Good Y’all!

Early Giving for North Texas Giving Day begins today, and The Sixth Floor Museum is proud to once again participate alongside nonprofits throughout our North Texas community.

Every gift helps the Museum preserve history, care for our collections, create meaningful educational experiences and continue sharing President Kennedy’s life and legacy with visitors from North Texas and around the world.

Early Giving is open now through September 17. Make your gift today and help preserve the past while inspiring the future. Click the link in our bio to give yall.

08/18/2026

THIS Thursday, August 20, historian Dr. Sharron Wilkins Conrad joins the Museum in conversation about her new book, tickets available at jfk.org! Don’t miss it.

08/18/2026

This we hope you’ll consider giving to the Museum as we work to preserve history for future generations. Becoming a member is just one great way to give and it’s easy! Visit jfk.org/join and become a member of the Museum today.

08/06/2026

Happy 25th anniversary to the Museum’s Head of Curatorial, Stephen Fagin. For a quarter century Stephen’s time, talent and tenacity have been a cornerstone of collections, exhibits and programming. In addition to his unmatched knowledge of the Kennedy assassination and related events, his stewardship of the Oral History Project has generated over 2,700 recordings from around the world by those who witnessed history, lived through the 1960s or have a personal connection to our story. Thank you Stephen, you are appreciated!

07/20/2026

The Sixth Floor Museum is honored to once again participate in the Blue Star Museums program.

Available through Labor Day, active-duty U.S. military personnel and their families receive free admission as a thank you for their service. We look forward to welcoming military families to experience history where it happened.

Visit jfk.org to learn more and plan your visit.

07/19/2026

Last weekend the Museum was honored to have former UPI reporter Joe Carter at the Museum for a special program as part of our series linked to the current special exhibition “On Assignment: Dallas Times Herald 1963.” Joe reported on the President’s visit to Dallas on November 22, 1963, riding in the motorcade on one of the White House Press buses. Joe would later write speeches in the Johnson administration, and would become the foremost historian on Will Rogers, and was not only director of the Museum but played Roger’s in many shows in Branson Missouri. The young man in these photos is Ezekiel, a rising 5th grader who loves learning about US Presidents, his favorite? John F. Kennedy. The Museum exists for children like Ezekiel, who find their passion in the history of our nation. They are the future! Thanks to Joe for visiting the Museum and his continued friendship. And thanks to Ezekiel and his parents for letting the Museum share this image. The Museum has programs celebrating history every month! check out our event calendar at jfk.org to view upcoming programming opportunities.

07/16/2026

Don’t miss this year’s seminars, the Museum will present two sessions this year.

⌛Don't forget to register for the summer Gilder Lehrman Teacher Seminars Online! Ten courses are offered, including "A Photographic History of the United States," taught by John W. Stauffer. The deadline for registration is Monday, July 20!

Developed in partnership with The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, this seminar examines the role photography has had in shaping political, cultural, and social change, from the invention of the medium to the present day.

This course will run from July 27 to July 31. Sign up to deepen your historical knowledge and discover new ways to engage with your students in the classroom!

Learn more and register: https://ow.ly/MjjF50Yx2ux

07/15/2026

We are sad to learn of the passing of structural engineer Tom Taylor, who contributed his expertise to a number of iconic Dallas structures over the decades including the Dallas Museum of Art, the Perot Museum, the Federal Reserve Bank, the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, the Nasher Sculpture Center and Thanks-Giving Square, the John F. Kennedy Memorial and the former Texas School Book Depository building. He will be remembered for his kind friendship and incredible contributions to our city.

During Dallas County renovations and the development of The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza in the 1980s, Taylor addressed structural issues in the 1901-built warehouse by installing an innovative exposed structural truss system among other enhancements, seen in these photos. More details can be found in the captions of these photos.

In addition, while serving on the board of Dallas Area Rapid Transit in the 1980s, Taylor argued against a controversial subway portal that would have forever altered the historic landscape of Dealey Plaza. His contributions to both our Museum and the larger Dallas community cannot be understated. We were honored to record his oral history in 2014, which may be accessed via our online collections database. Our sincere condolences to his family and friends.