About this Event
In honor of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the Kennedy Library special exhibit Declaring the Revolution: America's Printed Path to Independence celebrates the document; the writings that influenced it; the circumstances that led to its creation; and the individuals from the revolutionary generation who embodied its principles, using rare pamphlets, books, broadsides, maps, and engravings from the collection of David M. Rubenstein. Rubenstein, a bestselling author and the cofounder and cochairman of The Carlyle Group, one of the world’s largest and most successful private equity firms, discusses the exhibit and the importance of access to historical documents with Kennedy Library Director Alan Price.
On November 8th, the Kennedy Library will offer free admission to Museum galleries, including the special exhibit Declaring the Revolution.
Please be prepared for security. To make your experience safe and enjoyable, the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum takes the safety and security of all guests, staff, and visitors seriously. The Kennedy Library is a U.S. Federal facility administered by the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). To protect its holdings, staff, and buildings, NARA facilities abide by the following measures within Code of Federal Regulations, 36 CFR § 1280:
- Upon entry, all visitors must pass through a security check with a metal detector.
- All weapons, including guns, knife blades exceeding 2.5" in length, multipurpose tools, and stun-guns, will be confiscated and not returned.
- Large bags and backpacks are not permitted and should be stored in your vehicle. Large bags will not be stored by the Library during this program. There will be no exceptions.
- Only one purse or diaper bag is allowed per person, and bags cannot be larger than 17 × 26 inches (43 × 66 centimeters) in size.
- All bags will be searched by Security Officers upon entry.
If requested, all persons entering must provide valid photographic identification.
Event venue & nearby stays
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Columbia Point, Boston, United States
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.