The Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum

Address

200 Southeast Fourth Street
Abilene
Kansas
KS 67410
United States

Phone

+1 785-263-6700

Fax

+1 785-263-6718

Geographical and Cultural Context

The Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum is one of 15 Presidential Libraries operated by the National Archives and Records Administration. Presidential Libraries promote understanding of the presidency and the American experience. They preserve and provide access to historical materials, support research, and create interactive programs and exhibits that educate and inspire. Public programs and exhibits at the Eisenhower Presidential Library are made possible in part through the generous support of the Eisenhower Foundation.

Finding Aids, Guides, and Publication

Opening Times

Museum: Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Sunday: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. (last museum entry one hour prior to closing)

Research Room: Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (by appointment only)

Gift Shop: The museum store is closed during periods of high transmission level.

Boyhood Home: Closed for preservation project

Conditions of Access

Researchers should submit a Researcher Application, an Oral History and Copyright Agreement, Reference Service Slip forms, and notify the library staff by email or telephone of their research topic and travel plans as far in advance as possible. The Library's finding aids and subject guides are also available to aid in research preparation.

Accessibility

All National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) museums, research facilities, and Presidential Libraries are accessible (ADA compliant). If you have questions regarding a specific location’s accessibility, please contact the facility directly.

Research Services

The research room is open for on-site (in-person) services. This is by appointment only and requires an advance consultation prior to being scheduled. The purpose of the consultation is to learn more about your topic, assist you with identifying responsive materials, direct you to helpful resources, and to provide an overview of our policies & procedures. Contact to request this consultation. The consultation itself can take place via email, phone, and/or video meeting.

Reproduction Services

The use of digital cameras and cell phones for taking photographs is allowed without a flash. Tripods are allowed in the research room. Document scanners will be approved by the supervisory archivist on a case-by-case basis. Cell phone calls must be placed and received outside the research room and staff areas; usage is allowed in the library lobby and outside the building.

The library has equipment for making photocopies, sound recording, and limited digital reproductions of materials in its holdings.

The National Archives sets a standard fee for mail order reproduction services. Please review the reproductions fee schedule for current fees. Photocopies are sent by regular mail. Advance payment is required for large orders. Alternate shipping arrangements (i.e., FedEx) can be made at the researcher's expense.

Public Areas

You can find more information about the different public areas of the campus here.

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