Dwight Eisenhower Library

4.6/5
(964) · History museum in Abilene, United States
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Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum preserves and disseminate the records related to the history of Dwight D. Eisenhower through research, exhibits, public programs, …
Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum preserves and disseminate the records related to the history of Dwight D. Eisenhower through research, exhibits, public programs, publications and outreach.

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Apr 29, 2025
We really enjoyed going through the Museum, Library and boyhood home of President Eisenhower. Those who have not been here before, plan on at least 2-3 hours. There is so much to see!! Wear comfort…Full review by R L B
Apr 7, 2025
I made the trek to Abilene for research at the Library archives. Staff there were outstanding. On a very tight schedule, I was able to squeeze in a couple hours in the Museum. I thought it was supe…Full review by Randyhol
Mar 26, 2025
A beautiful “campus” focusing on many aspects of Ike’s life & career. The movie inside the Visitor’s Center is a must to do first as it provides a good background and framework for what you’ll see i…Full review by Grovean

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I see the Library is closed on Mondays. I assume you can still walk the grounds. Is the meditation chapel/grave open on …
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I see the Library is closed on Mondays. I assume you can still walk the grounds. Is the meditation chapel/grave open on Mondays?
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Yes, you can walk the grounds, but the property is a large grass area surrounded by the library, museum, memorial, house, visitor center, and chapel. Just walking the grounds, …
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Yes, you can walk the grounds, but the property is a large grass area surrounded by the library, museum, memorial, house, visitor center, and chapel. Just walking the grounds, without access to the buildings, is nothing more than a walk.
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Answer by Doug F · Feb 10, 2023
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Are electric scooter rentals available for handicapped?
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I don't think so but they were under remodel while we were there. Perhaps you can call to verify. Good luck.
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When will the renovation be done and the Museum reopen?
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I checked the website and there is no information about when the library will reopen. Since you live in Kansas, I would bite the bullet and call them. The museum IS open and is …
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I checked the website and there is no information about when the library will reopen. Since you live in Kansas, I would bite the bullet and call them. The museum IS open and is excellent. The reason for the delay in opening the library, so they told us the first week in June, was due to government shutdown earlier in the year.
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Is there parking for large RV’s?
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Yes there is plenty of parking for large RV's.
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Who may use the Library's collections?
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The Eisenhower Presidential Library is open to everyone. Research requests can be made by mail, e-mail, or telephone. On-site researchers under the age of 14...
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