Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum

Wow, excellent place to visit! There is much to see and explore. We enjoyed seeing the boyhood home of Eisenhower. They do offer tours but we arrived too late in the day. The museum was well done and flowed well. We particularly enjoyed the several short films. You can also walk into the library, visit the prayer chapel where the president and his wife were interred. The visitor center is a nice stop too. We enjoyed picking up “I like Ike” pins and a few other unique souvenirs. Definitely an afternoon well spent for the whole family. Bonus: they have RV parking!!

The Eisenhower Presidential Library in Abilene, Kansas is a truly worthwhile destination for anyone interested in American history. Situated on a lovely, well-maintained campus that spans several buildings, the site offers a comprehensive and engaging look into the life and legacy of Dwight D. Eisenhower. The museum itself is exceptionally well done, with thoughtfully curated exhibits and high-quality displays that cover everything from Eisenhower’s military career to his presidency and personal life. One highlight was the gallery dedicated to First Lady Mamie Eisenhower, which included a charming collection of her dresses and personal items, offering a more intimate glimpse into her life and style. Another standout feature of the visit was the opportunity to tour Eisenhower’s boyhood home. The house is preserved beautifully, and we were fortunate to have an excellent guide who provided informative and engaging context about Eisenhower’s early years. The staff across the campus were universally friendly and knowledgeable, clearly passionate about sharing Eisenhower’s story with visitors. To cap off the experience, visitors can pay their respects at the serene chapel on the grounds, where President Eisenhower, his wife Mamie, and their firstborn son are laid to rest. Overall, this is a rich and rewarding visit that combines historical significance with personal stories, making it a must-see for history buffs and casual visitors alike.

This museum was quite impressive. I will admit I did not know much about Dwight Eisenhower, aside from his WWII Command in Europe and his presidency. His museum was very well laid out and informative. We did not tour the library or house, but the meditation center/final resting place of the former president, First Lady and their oldest was a solemn and impressive spot. I learned so much about the man, his beloved wife and his humble beginnings. If you find yourself in Kansas, this is a must-see.

Extremely informative look at President Eisenhower’s life and the historical events throughout his time as world leader. His leadership throughout World War II is throughly explored. A great man and Kansan. There have been a number of updates to the museum that make it both more immersive and interactive. 10/10!

I've been to nearly all the official Prez libraries and I would have to rank this one near the top. Nice layout and organized for easy viewing. You can tour the boyhood home for an additional fee. We chose not to bother with that. The grounds and memorial building were part of the general ticket. Good gift shop too. And the film at the Visitor's center was informative. My only complaint is that this library is the only one that does not have the president's desk from the White House on display!

It was well maintained and very interesting to learn about this President and his impact on the country and world. Only sad thing is home is closed on Sundays

We visited the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum because this past June was the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The museum is well done. History buffs and WWII buffs will really like it. For example, the museum has the table where Eisenhower and others planned D-Day. The museum also has the car used by Eisenhower in Europe. The best part was touring his boyhood home. Our tour guides were knowledgeable and entertaining. Although the library also had exhibits, we did not go to the library because of time constraints. We stopped into the chapel where General Eisenhower, his wife, and son are buried. We did not know about the introductory film in the gift shop and we did not have time to watch it once we learned about it. I suggest you start with the gift shop & watch the film. The price for the museum and boyhood home were very reasonable; $10 and $5 each (senior price purchased in advance). The price for most items in the gift shop was too much; e.g., a cotton throw for $70. Perhaps the gift shop did a price elasticity study but the prices did not seem worth it to me. Photos are allowed so I took a lot of photos. The grounds are beautiful. I suggest allowing at least 4 hours.

The Visitor Center is separate from the museum and the library. You can get your ticket at the visitor center and then watch a short film about Eisenhower's life. Then you walk to the museum to check that out. If you have mobility issues and need to limit your walking, I discovered from the museum staff that you can purchase your ticket online and then skip the visitor center and go directly to the museum. You have to make sure that you either print your ticket or you're able to show your ticket on your phone to the people in the museum. In skipping the visitor center, you will forgo the short film about Eisenhower's life but there are a number of films in the museum that you will be able to see once you get there. Nice museum with a lot of information about Eisenhower's military service as well as his focus on peace during his presidency.