The Grassy Knoll

It was a unique experience seeing such a famous piece of American history in person after watching it on TV my entire life. I visited on a Tuesday morning and the area wasn't crowded at all. Be aware that there are several individuals in the plaza offering impromptu tours for money or aggressively handing out information sheets. I don't mind saying no, but the persistence might make some visitors uncomfortable. Since the museum was closed during my visit, I spent my time exploring the Grassy Knoll and the Kennedy Memorial just around the corner. Both are well worth the short walk.

I mean, wow, you felt the conspiracy the whole time. It just makes sense, my personal views aside. The whole place was super clean and well kept; they had a ton of things to read if you're interested. A focal point in American history, I highly suggest going.

There is a memorial here with some information plaques that could use a little maintenance. Nonetheless, this is the location from which Abraham‘s Zapruder shot what may be the most famous 30 seconds of film ever taken in the United States. If there is something more important or more impactful, I can’t think of it. To think that he did not bring his camera with him that day and only went back to get it after his wife convinced him to do so. Standing here and seeing the view that I have seen so many hundreds of times in books, TV shows, and even movies is really sobering. The entire course of American history changed at this location.

History is everywhere in this area and the city has done a great job recording and preserving it the best they could. Amazing area to look at and make your own determination for a second shooter. Personally I think they got it right although the motive over Ruby killing Oswald still perplexes me.

An interesting place—better for children than visiting the museum next door. On the street where JFK was assassinated, there is a white cross marking the exact spot. There are several memorial plaques and a tour with different viewpoints. Some people visit the site, and it has a quiet atmosphere. There are also individuals with stands explaining that the assassination was an execution planned by the government at the time, it was an inside job.

The infamous Grassy Knoll refers to the sloping hillside on the north and west side of Elm Street where 35th President John F. Kennedy was shot and killed on 22 November 1963. The knoll was of important interest in the assassination as it was originally thought that the shots were fired from this location. Apparently, some witnesses thought they heard shots fired from that area although police found no evidence to collaborate the theory. There is an information panel at the grassy knoll. You can also see a replica of the old picket fence that stood in 1963. Seems it has been reconstructed several times over the years. You can also learn much more about all matters of the JFK Assassination by visiting the Six Floor Museum which is found within the former Texas School Book Depository adjacent to the Grassy Knoll where it is believed that Lee Harvey Oswald shot and killed JFK.

Crazy to be standing here, eerie bit near feeling at the same time.

Do yourself a favor a take a minute to walk the knoll if you find yourself in Dallas. It's extremely impactful, especially on a Sunday morning. Read everything, and ponder.