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"The Spirit of the Place," Presented by 41@100: A Celebration of George H.W. Bush Temporary Rotating Exhibits June 10, 2024 - March 30, 2025 decorative Developed in conjunction with the George & Barbara Bush Foundation’s 41@100: A Celebration of George H.W. Bush , this exhibit explores the George H.W. Bush Presidential Center’s place in our community and its impact on the world. From the initial conversations to place the Bush Library & Museum at Texas A&M University, to the full development of the Bush …
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A Firm Yes (CIA) Permanent Permanent Exhibit cia In 1976, during the Ford Administration, George Bush became the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). Bush took on the tremendous task of improving the image of the Agency and curbing Agency excesses, while still being able to provide the President's office with essential intelligence data. The decisions he made during this time helped restore the image of the CIA and maintain the essential balance of power during the Cold War. Open the drawers …
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Symbols of the Presidency Permanent Permanent Exhibit symbols of the presidency There are many icons synonymous with the President of the United States. Here you will get the chance to have a detailed look at a presidential limousine, a three-foot crystal Presidential Seal and other symbols of the presidency. View the …
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A Thousand Points of Light Permanent Permanent Exhibit tpoIBG The Points of Light Foundation is an organization devoted to encouraging volunteerism within our communities. This part of the exhibit features a fiber-optic map of the United States, whose lights represent the points of light across America, and an interactive database that allows you to search and view profiles of the 4000 named Points of Light, including those chosen during the Bush Administration. View the …
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A Tough Campaign and a Life of Service Permanent Permanent Exhibit toughcampaignBG The hard fought, but ultimately disappointing campaign of 1992, when President Bush ran for re-election against Bill Clinton, is documented here. Despite President Bush's late surge in the polls, the popularity of the Independent candidate, Ross Perot, siphoned too many votes away in this tight campaign, leading to then Governor Clinton's victory. View the …
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Freedom Tribute Permanent Permanent Exhibit permanent exhibit According to Kuwaiti custom, when a man gives you the key to his home, he is your friend for life. When a man gives you the door of his home you are a member of his family. A sign of appreciation, this door was a gift from the people of Kuwait to President Bush. Also in this section, you can make a rubbing from the engravings of the names of servicemen and women who died restoring freedom to Kuwait. View the …
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Where Duty Required Us to Stand Permanent Permanent Exhibit gulf war From the Situation Room, emerge into the Gulf War exhibit. Interactive displays and fiber optic maps detail the events surrounding the battles in the Gulf. Learn how President Bush built a coalition of nations to turn back the aggression of Saddam Hussein and Iraq and to liberate Kuwait. View the …
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Press Room Theater Permanent Permanent Exhibit pressroomtheaterBG Have you ever wondered what it would be like to give a press conference at the White House? Step up to the podium! Also, watch a video of President Bush's inauguration, and learn about Vice President Quayle's contributions to the Administration. View the …
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E Pluribus Unum: Celebrating the American Experience Temporary Rotating Exhibits June 30, 2026 - May 16, 2027 In honor of America’s semiquincentennial, E Pluribus Unum: Celebrating the American Experience explores all the different areas of our culture that are distinctly American. From music, food, art, recreation, to symbols of our nation, this exhibit inspires visitors with a sense of the important facets that unite our blended culture into something greater than the sum of our parts. E Pluribus Unum …
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Art from the Collections Temporary Rotating Exhibits June 24, 2019 - September 16, 2019 Art from the Collections features 25 pieces of artwork from the George Bush Presidential Library and Museum collections and the George & Barbara Bush Foundation. Located in the Fidelity Gallery, most of the artwork has never been displayed in the Bush Library and Museum and is rarely seen by the public. These unique pieces of art will be on display through September 16, …
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Texas Sea Grant: 50 Years of Science and Stewardship Temporary Rotating Exhibits July 01, 2021 - July 05, 2022 A hallmark of Texas A&M University is its status as a land-, sea-, and space-grant university. One of those programs — the Texas Sea Grant College Program is celebrating 50 years of science and stewardship at the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum! As one of the first sea grant programs, Texas Sea Grant has a rich history of supporting the Texas coast and its people through …
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Trains: Tracks of the Iron Horse Temporary Rotating Exhibits November 07, 2005 - July 31, 2006 View Flicker Gallery …
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The Diary of Friedrich Kellner Temporary Rotating Exhibits April 01, 2005 - May 30, 2005 View Flickr Gallery …
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The Congressman from Texas Permanent Permanent Exhibit congress building Beneath the towering presence of this 30-foot tall replica of our nation's Capitol dome, follow in George's footsteps as he begins his new career as a United States Congressman. There are also many pictures, articles and political advertisements from George's first successful campaign. View the …
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Family Traditions Permanent Permanent Exhibit family Wander through the Bush Family scrapbook, viewing the family through pictures, videos, and more. This exhibit tells the story of George Bush's childhood, his strong ties to family, and how he has passed this bond onto his children and grandchildren. You can also explore Walker's Point, the home in Kennebunkport that has been in the Bush family for generations. View the …
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Literacy Overlook Permanent Permanent Exhibit permanent exhibit literacy overlook The Overlook is the perfect place to settle into a comfortable chair or couch while you read one of the many books available to your kids or grandkids. The kids can crawl inside the White House model and hear Mrs. Bush read one of four different stories. Don't miss the opportunity to survey the grounds behind the Library, which includes a beautiful pond and the Barbara Bush Rose Garden, or watch the entertaining video we …
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The President and Mrs. Bush Request Permanent Permanent Exhibit state dinner President and Mrs. Bush hosted many important events while they were at the White House, and some of the most sophisticated were State Dinners. A bigger than life mural makes you feel as if you are standing in the dining room with the guests. One of Mrs. Bush's elegant gowns and one of President Bush's distinguished tuxedos are on display. View the …
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Legends of the West Temporary Rotating Exhibits February 01, 2003 - July 05, 2003 View Flickr Gallery …
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Spies, Traitors, Saboteurs: Fear and Freedom in America Temporary Rotating Exhibits February 19, 2019 - May 20, 2019 From the Revolutionary War to the War on Terror, "Spies, Traitors, Saboteurs: Fear and Freedom in America" provides unprecedented perspective into terror on American soil. The exhibition uncovers the forgotten stories of domestic terrorists and foreign agents, militant radicals and saboteurs, who have threatened America's sense of security over the past 200 years. It also explores the …
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Building Bridges: George Bush and the End of Apartheid Temporary Rotating Exhibits November 29, 2022 - April 02, 2023 Building Bridges: George Bush and the End of Apartheid explores the United States' diplomatic efforts during the final years of the apartheid regime in South Africa. Featuring newly declassified documents, this exhibit gives visitors a new insight into the behind-the-scenes conversations between George Bush and F.W. De Klerk, Nelson Mandela, and other leaders in the region of Southern …
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A Spirit Can Ne'er Be Told... A Century of Aggie Football Temporary Rotating Exhibits August 28, 2023 - April 28, 2024 Flyer for exhibit "A Spirit Can Ne'er Be Told...A Century of Aggie Football." Texas A&M football has shaped traditions, forged camaraderie for generations of fans, and embodied a spirit that even presidents of the United States embraced, especially George H.W. Bush. From its humble beginnings in the 1890s, Aggie football has been a driving force for the university, the region, and the …
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Washington’s Acts of Congress Temporary Rotating Exhibits August 26, 2013 - September 09, 2013 View Flickr Gallery …
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Conflict & Development Temporary Rotating Exhibits November 12, 2012 - March 31, 2013 View Flickr Gallery …
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Texas: Lone Star Pride Temporary Rotating Exhibits July 02, 2005 - October 06, 2005 View Flickr Gallery …
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Discovering the World with Peter Sis Temporary Rotating Exhibits April 25, 2005 - July 04, 2005 View Flickr Gallery …
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Keith Ferris Temporary Rotating Exhibits August 15, 2003 - January 04, 2004 View Flickr Gallery …
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Fathers and Sons: Two Families, Four Presidents Temporary Rotating Exhibits March 11, 2002 - July 31, 2002 View Flickr Gallery …
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The Greatest Legislation: An American Legion Centennial Salute to the GI Bill Temporary Rotating Exhibits June 21, 2018 - August 15, 2018 Drafted by American Legion Past National Commander Harry W. Colmery in December 1943, at a time when medically disabled World War II servicemembers were coming home at a rate of about 75,000 per month, the Servicemen’s Readjustment Act of 1944 was written to provide support to veterans in a difficult economic time. The long-term effect of the GI Bill is that it …
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Grand Canyon Photographs: Celebrating the Centennial 1919-2019 Temporary Rotating Exhibits March 01, 2019 - June 09, 2019 The George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum is excited to announce a new exhibit, “Grand Canyon Photographs: Celebrating the Centennial 1919-2019.” This photography exhibit features some interesting "vintage looking" panoramic images shot on film, as well as some night photography shot with modern digital equipment. American photographer Mark Burns was born December 1958 in …
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Pearl Harbor Remembered Temporary Rotating Exhibits November 10, 2016 - December 31, 2016 Men who would become future Presidents all felt the call to take action. Many were already in military service and in the Reserves. Those who could, enlisted. Those who were in government found effective ways to engage in the war effort. The paths they chose would influence the course of their lives for years to come. This exhibit features then President Roosevelt and many other future Presidents and how they served …