Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum

About Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum

The Eisenhower Presidential Library is a national repository for the preservation of historical papers, audiovisual materials and the artifacts relating to Dwight D. Eisenhower and his times. The Library makes this record accessible through research, museum exhibits, public programs, and educational outreach. The Eisenhower Presidential Library is administered by the National Archives and Records Administration, a United States government agency.

How to Get There

Abilene is located on I-70 approximately 150 miles west of Kansas City and 90 miles north of Wichita on K-15. The Eisenhower Library is located about 2 miles south of I-70 on K-15. The complex consists of five buildings located on 22 acres. They include the Family Home, Museum, Presidential Library, Place of Meditation, and Visitors Center.

Plan Your Visit to Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum

Heading to Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)