Bush Center Marks 24th 9/11 Anniversary with Remembrance Ceremony and Free Museum Admission

Lead: The George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas opened its doors at 8 a.m. today for a “Moment of Remembrance” ceremony at 8:30 a.m., offering free museum admission throughout the day to honor the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.

Nut Graf: The annual event-free to the public and sponsored by Sewell Automotive Companies-combines a solemn memorial gathering with extended museum hours, reinforcing the Center’s commitment to preserving historical memory and community engagement on this nationally significant date.

Ceremony Details

• 8:30 a.m. “Moment of Remembrance” on the Bush Center’s plaza
• Recommended arrival by 8:15 a.m. for seating and security
• Opening remarks by Bush Center leadership, followed by a moment of silence

Museum Access and Programming

• Doors open at 8 a.m. with complimentary parking for guests arriving before 9 a.m.
• Free admission all day, with extended evening hours from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Special guided tours highlighting artifacts and personal reflections from President George W. Bush’s library and museum collections

Community Impact

By offering free admission and public parking, the Bush Center aims to make historical reflection accessible to all. Guests of all ages are invited to engage with exhibits on leadership, service, and resilience-values central to President Bush’s post-presidential initiatives in painting, philanthropy, and veterans’ support.

What’s Next

The museum’s free-admission day continues through tonight at 8 p.m. Visitors can expect interactive exhibits, family-friendly activities, and opportunities to share personal stories of service and remembrance at kiosks throughout the galleries.