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JFK Presidential Library and Museum, Boston

The JFK Presidential Library and Museum, as the name indicates, is dedicated to President John F.

The JFK Presidential Library and Museum, as the name indicates, is dedicated to President John F. Kennedy, focusing on his 1960 presidential campaign and important events during his time in the Oval Office including the space race, and his televised press conferences. With sections on Attorney General Robert Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy, it presents a broad picture of his time as POTUS. The JFK Library also houses the world's largest collection of Ernest Hemingway archival materials in the Hemingway Room, shipping of which from Cuba was enabled by JFK. A worthwhile visit for anyone with an appreciation of American history.


Hours

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9:00

17:00

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9:00

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Tue

9:00

17:00

Wed

9:00

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9:00

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Fri

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About JFK Presidential Library and Museum

 Columbia Point, Boston, MA, United States

 +1 617-514-1600

 www.jfklibrary.org

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