Presidential Archives and Leadership Library, Texas, United States
4.5 (29 reviews) Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #5 in Odessa Speciality Museums • Libraries
Wonderful Presidential Museum
The Presidential Archives and Leadership Library is located on the campus of the University of Texas of the Permian Basin and is administered by the John Ben Shepperd Public Leadership Institute. The archival collection was begun by local Odessa citizens as a memorial to the memory of President John F. Kennedy shortly after his assassination in 1963. There was such an overwhelming response with information about other presidents that a decision was made to create a unique collection that would be dedicated to the office of the presidency and an understanding of the electoral process. It is an outstanding collection of exhibits, campaign memorabilia, books, photos, magazines, and other historic collectibles that tell the history of the office of the president and of events that have shaped the American people. This dynamic collection continues to grow and expand as each new president takes office and is available to both the casual visitor and the serious scholar. Few experiences have greater impact than an encounter with history. The mission of the Archives is to have that impact.
Address
4919 E University Blvd, Odessa, TX 79762-8144
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Website
http://shepperdinstitute.com/presidential-archives/
Working hours
Monday : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Current local date and time now
Monday, May 13, 2024, 21:39
User Ratings
4.5 based on (29 reviews)
Reviews
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502corvette 5:00 PM Jan 4, 2020
Interesting place for adults and kids alike
This is not part of the Presidential Libraries but has some most intersting displays worthy of seeing if you are in the area. Much of the reproduced items were locally made or painted. The fellow who is the docent and is in charge, was most informative. The dolls of the first ladies were nicely done. The fellow who started the place was a Jaycee and JCI Senator as was my husband so reading about his accomplishments was great. Any time you can learn our nations history is a good day.
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5RobertSuzanne 5:00 PM Jan 14, 2020
Fascinating history on our Presidents
Unexpected to see this museum and library outside of DC. The exhibits in the galleries include a storyboard for each president and the important aspects of their terms, dolls dressed in exact replicas of the First Ladies gowns, and portraits of presidents and First Ladies and campaign memorabilia.The rug at the entrance is a copy of the one in the Oval Office during the Truman administration. There are 8 columns supporting the dome which represent the 8 presidents that died in office, 4 assassinated and 4 for health reasons. Extremely well done and docents are very knowledgeable to answer all of our questions.
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