Rob Robertson- Staff Writer Downtown Dallas News
Downtown Dallas is a site of particular significance in American history as the site of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination on November 22, 1963. Travelers interested in this event can see several significant sites that commemorate Kennedy’s memory and the fateful day that rocked the nation.
The John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza, located a few blocks from Dealey Plaza, is a sobering reminder of the deceased president. Architect Philip Johnson designed the stark white concrete monument as a representation of Kennedy’s ideology and unrealized legacy.
Just a short walk away, Dealey Plaza remains one of the most visited places of historical importance in Dallas. It was here, at the corner of Elm and Houston Streets, that the shots were fired as Kennedy’s motorcade passed through. The Grassy Knoll, a nickname that rings of conspiracy, still attracts visitors wishing to find out about what happened that day.
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza offers an in-depth analysis of the assassination, with historic exhibits, photos, and artifacts displayed. Located in the site of the old Texas School Book Depository, the museum offers an intimate glimpse into the life, presidency, and premature demise of John F. Kennedy.
A tour of these sites offers a bittersweet look at one of America’s most crucial moments.
