Texas

The squeaky wooden floors seem to dip a bit wherever one steps. But, the sagging floor holds countless stories and tall tales, no doubt.

Of the 13 presidential libraries administered by the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), chances are no one agrees with every statement or decision made by all 13 presidents. But, tourists would be remiss to skip the opportunity to visit the library of a president with whom they disagree.

Anyone looking to understand that day within the context of Dallas in 1963 must visit The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza. The museum, originally opened in 1989, tells not only the story of Kennedy’s assassination and the aftermath of his death, but puts into context Kennedy’s visit to Dallas.