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The George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum is located on the campus of Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. Open to the public May 1, 2013.
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Likes do not equal endorsement. The Library and Museum provides an unmatched resource for the study of the life and career of the nation’s 43rd President, while also promoting a better understanding of the Presidency, American history, and important issues of public policy. In the Museum, visitors can explore exhibits that examine the important issues and events of President George W. Bush's Administration, while immersing yourself in the Presidential decision-making process through unique interactive multimedia.

Operating as usual

05/25/2021

“I also am honored to be here at this place of compassion and healing on Memorial Day Weekend. It's a weekend which gives us a chance to honor those who have served this country, whether it be in this war or in previous wars.”
- President George W. Bush

President George W. Bush shakes the hand of Cpl. Ryan T. Dion of Manchester, #Connecticut, after awarding him a Purple Heart, May 25, 2007, during a visit to the National Naval Medical Center in #Bethesda, #Maryland, where the Marine is recovering from wounds received in Operation Iraqi Freedom. With them are Cpl. Dion's parents, Thomas and Patricia Dion, and brother, Justin. White House photo by Joyce N. Boghosian.

#MemorialDay #OperationIraqiFreedom #PurpleHeart #GeorgeWBush

05/24/2021

“We believe it is a tragedy of history that in the Middle East -- which gave the world great gifts of law and science and faith -- so many have been held back by lawless tyranny and fanaticism. We believe that when all Middle Eastern peoples are finally allowed to live and think and work and worship as free men and women, they will reclaim the greatness of their own heritage. And when that day comes, the bitterness and burning hatreds that feed terrorism will fade and die away. America and all the world will be safer when hope has returned to the Middle East.”
- President George W. Bush

President George W. Bush delivers remarks on Iraq and the War on Terror at the U.S. Army War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, May 24, 2004.

@USAWC #ArmyWarCollege

05/07/2021

Delivering an address at The Small Guild Hall in Riga, Latvia on May 7, 2005, during the 60th anniversary week of WWII, President George W. Bush tells the story of Latvian sailors on eight freighters who disobeyed orders from a puppet government and remained at sea to help the U.S. Merchant Marines during the war.

“By the end of the war, six of the Latvian ships had been sunk, and more than half the sailors had been lost,” said President Bush. “Nearly all of the survivors settled in America, and became citizens we were proud to call our own.” White House photo by Krisanne Johnson.

05/05/2021

“The victory of General Ignacio Zaragoza and his #Mexican troops over the superior French forces at the Battle of Puebla served as a stirring reminder of the determination to win the fight for #Mexico's freedom from foreign intervention. The Cinco de Mayo display of courage and purpose is a source of pride for all freedom-loving people.”
- President George W. Bush

President George W. Bush greets dancers before their performance during Cinco De Mayo festivities at the White House May 4, 2001. White House photo by Eric Draper.

#CincodeMayo

04/25/2021

“In our meeting we agreed that momentous changes in the world call on us to forge a new relationship between our two countries -- a strengthened partnership that builds on our past partnership, meets today's challenges, and embraces the opportunities our nations will face in the next sixty years.”
- President George W. Bush

President George W. Bush welcomes Saudi Crown Prince Abdullah to his ranch in #Crawford, #Texas, April 25, 2005. White House photo by David Bohrer.

#bluebonnets #GeorgeWBush

04/24/2021

“During the fighting in Iraq, tank commanders sent word that they needed better ways to protect the Abrams exhaust systems from enemy fire. During the battle, word came back from #Iraq, right here to Lima. And so #engineers and #machinists, #pipefitters and #welders and #packers and transportation specialists of this plant went straight to work. Within a week, you had a new part designed and manufactured and the first kits to deal with that problem shipped to Iraq. When our #soldiers and #Marines needed you most, when the pressure was on, you came through. And #America is grateful."
- President George W. Bush

President George W. Bush addresses employees of the Lima #Army Tank Plant, where the Abrams M1A2 #tank is built, in #Lima, #Ohio, April 24, 2003. "I'm here to thank you all for your service to our country, and thank you for the vital contribution you have made to peace and freedom," said the President in his remarks. "And each of you have had a part in this mission. Each of you are a part to making sure this country is strong enough to keep the peace." White House photo by Paul Morse.

04/23/2021

“Dr. DeBakey has an impressive resume, but his truest legacy is not inscribed on a medal or etched into stone. It is written on the human heart. His legacy is the unlost hours with family and friends who are still with us because of his healing touch. His legacy is grandparents who lived to see their grandchildren. His legacy is holding the fragile and sacred gift of human life in his hands -- and returning it unbroken.”
- President George W. Bush

President George W. Bush presents the Congressional Gold Medal to famed heart surgeon Dr. Michael Ellis DeBakey during a ceremony April 23, 2008, at the U.S. Capitol. Said the President, "For nearly a hundred years, our country has been blessed with the endless talents and dedication of Dr. Michael DeBakey. And he has dedicated his career to a truly noble ambition -- bettering the life of his fellow man." White House photo by Chris Greenberg.

Dr. Michael DeBakey
September 7, 1908 – July 11, 2008

04/18/2021

“The Secretary's trip made it clear that our nation thinks beyond the short-term, that we're serious when we talk about two states living side by side, and that we're laying the foundations for #peace, the structures necessary to get to peace. Progress is being made toward our vision. In order for that vision to be achieved, leaders must take responsibility, leaders in the region must be responsible citizens for a peaceful world.”
- President George W. Bush

President Bush and Secretary of State Colin Powell discuss the Middle East situation from the Oval Office, April 18, 2002. White House photo by Paul Morse.

#Israel #Palestine #MiddleEast #GeorgeWBush #ColinPowell

04/16/2021

“For the sake of the security of this country and for the sake of peace in this world, the United States must maintain every advantage in weaponry and technology and intelligence. Our edge in warfare comes, in part, because of the American spirit of enterprise -- great companies such as Boeing, great workers such as yourselves.”
- President George W. Bush

President George W. Bush delivers remarks at the Boeing F-18 Production Facility in St. Louis, Mo., April 16, 2003. White House photo by Eric Draper.

04/15/2021

“My attitude about rural America is -- from the presidential perspective -- is that if we can make the economy strong, #rural #America will benefit. It's hard to talk about the health of rural America unless the overall economy is growing.”
- President George W. Bush

President George W. Bush gives remarks on the economy and tax relief in Des Moines, #Iowa, April 15, 2004. White House photo by Paul Morse.

#DesMoines

04/14/2021

“With a single sentence, Thomas Jefferson changed the history of the world. After countless centuries when the powerful and the privileged governed as they pleased, Jefferson proclaimed as a self-evident truth that liberty was a right given to all people by an Almighty.”
- President George W. Bush

President George W. Bush thanks the Virginia Gentlemen, an a ca****la vocal ensemble of the University of Virginia, following their performance April 14, 2008, in the East Room of the White House, during a reception in honor of the 265th birthday of former President Thomas Jefferson. White House photo by Chris Greenberg.

#HappyBirthday #ThomasJefferson

04/12/2021

“Ours is an amazing country where a young #soldier can be wounded on the battlefield and four days later be receiving the best health care possible. This country is dedicated to our #military, we try to provide the very best we can. And here at Bethesda, at Walter Reed, our #troops get the very best there is.”
- President George W. Bush

President George W. Bush shakes hands with Army SFC Thomas Douglas of Fayetteville, N.C., after presenting him with the Purple Heart at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. April 11, 2003. Also pictured is Mr. Douglas' wife, Donna Douglas. White House photo by Eric Draper.

Walter Reed National Military Medical Center #GeorgeWBush #PurpleHeart

04/09/2021

“Securing the border is a critical part of a strategy for comprehensive immigration reform. It is an important part of a reform that is necessary so that the Border Patrol agents down here can do their job more effectively. Congress is going to take up the legislation on immigration. It is a matter of national interest and it's a matter of deep conviction for me. I've been working to bring Republicans and Democrats together to resolve outstanding issues so that Congress can pass a comprehensive bill and I can sign it into law this year.”
- President George W. Bush

President George W. Bush stands amidst camouflaged troops April 9, 2007, during his tour of the U.S.-Mexico border in Yuma, Arizona. White House photo by Eric Draper.

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2943 SMU Blvd
Dallas, TX
75205

Please consider mass transit. We are accessible via the Mockingbird Station stop of the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) System, on the orange, red, or blue lines. The Mockingbird DART station is located within one mile of the Presidential Center. From the Mockingbird DART station, visitors may take Route 768 SMU Mustang Express Shuttle, which drops off and picks up directly at the entrance to the Center. ROUTE 768 – PRESIDENTIAL CENTER Monday – Saturday, Runs approx. every 15 minutes from 7:10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Runs approx. every 20 minutes after 7:30 p.m. There is no shuttle service on Sundays. From the Mockingbird DART station, visitors may take Route 743 SMU Mustang Express Shuttle, which provides continuous service to the Center as well as SMU's Meadows Museum. ROUTE 743 - PRESIDENTIAL CENTER AND SMU'S MEADOWS MUSEUM Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday, 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. There is no shuttle service on Mondays. No service Easter Sunday, July 4, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

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#DinoDay

#DinoDay Join us today for Dinosaur Day activities, noon - 2pm. ow.ly/sCWH30k3lDH

First Ladies: Style of Influence

Opening TODAY! “First Ladies: #StyleofInfluence” Our NEW special exhibit gives you an inside peek at the role that first ladies’ have played behind the scenes and on the world stage throughout our nation’s history: goo.gl/23qkqJ #ArchivesAwesomeWomen

Decision Points Theater

What would YOU do? The interactive Decision Points Theater @GWBLibrary puts you in the president’s shoes to consider various options to the challenging issues that President George W. Bush faced during his Administration. Plan your visit today: goo.gl/Ks1TYU

St. Philip’s School & Community Center Choir

Thanks to St. Philip’s School & Community Center Choir for sharing some Christmas cheer with us today! Enjoy more community choirs, holiday crafts, and fascinating Docent Talks on White House Christmas history: goo.gl/Dw6pKk

#DinoDay Celebrate National Dinosaur Day and learn about historic Texan dinosaurs @GWBLibrary with FREE Jurassic crafts, TODAY, 10am-1pm. You might even spot a T-Rex!

Who knew prehistoric dinosaurs were interested in Presidential campaign history? Join T-Rex and learn more about presidential elections @GWBLibrary’s fun, interactive #PathtothePresidency” exhibit: http://goo.gl/x85rJJ

Due to inclement weather, The George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum will be closing at 1 p.m. today.For info about pre-purchased tickets e-mail [email protected] - stay safe and enjoy the winter weather!

8:30 p.m. E.S.T. POTUS delivers an address to the Nation on the 9/11 terrorist attacks #Neverforget

12:04 p.m. C.S.T. The President makes a statement about the terrorist attacks. #neverforget

9:30 a.m. E.S.T. The President makes a statement to the press on the terrorist attack on New York's WTC #neverforget

Here is a video celebrating some of the highlights from our first year. Everybody at the Library and Museum would like to thank the over 438,000 visitors that have already made the journey to see us in Dallas. For those that haven't had the chance yet, we are looking forward to seeing you. Here's to a great second year!

Welcome to Wayback Wednesday: President George W. Bush addresses the nation Dec. 18, 2005 about the first Iraqi democratic election and the renewal of Iraq. The transcript of the speech can be found here: http://1.usa.gov/1bQ56kH.

In closing we leave you with the words President George W. Bush spoke to the men, women and children of the world. We thank you for allowing us to share today with you and we hope that the tweets and Facebook posts helped you to remember to #neverforget

President Bush announces the death of Chief Justice Rehnquist

On Sept. 4, 2005, President Bush announced the death of Chief Justice of the United States William Rehnquist. Chief Justice Rehnquist had passed away from cancer on Sept. 3, 2005. He was at his home surrounded by his three children. Below is the transcript and video from President Bush's announcement. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- President's Statement on the Death of Chief Justice William Rehnquist The Roosevelt Room 10:01 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Our nation is saddened today by the news that Chief Justice William Rehnquist passed away last night. Laura and I send our respect and deepest sympathy to this good man's children, Jim, Janet, and Nancy. We send our respect to all the members of the Rehnquist family. William H. Rehnquist was born and raised in Wisconsin. He was the grandson of Swedish immigrants. Like so many of his generation, he served in the Army during World War II. He went on to college with the help of the G.I. Bill. He studied law at Stanford University. He graduated first in his class, that included his future colleague, Sandra Day O'Connor. Judge Rehnquist, and his late wife, Nan, raised their family in Phoenix, where he built a career as one of Arizona's leading attorneys. He went on to even greater distinction in public service as an assistant U.S. attorney general, associate justice of the Supreme Court, and for the past 19 years, Chief Justice of the United States. He was extremely well respected for his powerful intellect. He was respected for his deep commitment to the rule of law and his profound devotion to duty. He provided superb leadership for the federal court system, improving the delivery of justice for the American people, and earning the admiration of his colleagues throughout the judiciary. Even during a period of illness, Chief Justice Rehnquist stayed on the job to complete the work of his final Supreme Court term. I was honored and I was deeply touched when he came to th