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Digital Research Room

Digital Research Room

White House Barney Cams

The World Reacts

White House Video Collection

Health

During his administration, President George W. Bush initiated numerous healthcare initiatives.

Directions & Parking

Directions and parking information for visitors to the George W. Bush Library in Dallas, TX, including rates and accessible parking information.

Native Texas Park - Winter

The 15-acre Native Texas Park features seasonal wildflowers, native plants, and tree-shaded lawns.

G. Timothy (Tim) Saunders - Bill Files

Finding Aid Executive Clerk, Office of the - G. Timothy (Tim) Saunders - Bill Files

Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR)

In addition to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, records may be released via a Mandatory Declassification Review (MDR). MDRs are authorized under Executive Order 13526, which allows the public to request a classification review of a withdrawn, classified document.

Teacher Support

The George W. Bush Presidential Library is the 13th Presidential Library administered by the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), a Federal agency. It is responsible for preserving the records from the Administration of President George W. Bush. Located on the campus of Southern Methodist University, the Bush Library offers a wide variety of educational and public programs.

Presidential Libraries Passport

If you, your children, or your family enjoy learning about the Presidency, First Ladies, American history, and the United States federal government while traveling across the country, consider purchasing a Presidential Libraries Passport as a unique souvenir.

Frequently Asked Questions

Summary of frequently asked questions about the Library and Museum as we as Presidents George W. Bush and family.

About Us

Located on the campus of Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, the George W. Bush Presidential Library serves as a resource for the study of the life and career of George W. Bush, while also promoting a better understanding of the Presidency, American history, and important issues of public policy.

Museum & Building Photographs

Information about the George W. Bush Library building and surrounding grounds, with many image and page links included.

George W. Bush

Concentrating efforts on domestic policy upon taking office, the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks refocused the President on national security and foreign policy. Read biographical information.

Barney & Miss Beazley

Barney and Miss Beazley were the much beloved Scottish Terriers of President George W. Bush and Mrs. Laura Bush.

Support

Learn more about volunteer, internship, and employment opportunities as well as how to make a monetary contribution. 

President's Foreign Trips

During his administration, President George W. Bush made 48 international trips to 73 countries (in addition to visiting the West Bank), visiting every continent except Antarctica.

Freedom of Information Act Requests 2014

duplicate of FOIA Requests 2014 - archived

Speeches

During the George W. Bush Administration, speeches were used to communicate important policies or actions taken by the United States government.

U.S. Economics & Finance

Economic events during the George W. Bush administration include income tax cuts in 2001 and 2003 and a subprime mortgage crisis in 2007 - 2008 that led to a period known as the Great Recession. Some major themes of President George W. Bush's economy policy include economic stimulus, job creation, economic growth, and fiscal responsibility.

Gubernatorial Records

While the official gubernatorial records of former Texas Governor George W. Bush are housed at the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, the records are the property of the State of Texas, the responsibility of the Texas State Library and Archives Commission, and are subject to research requests and the Texas Public Information Act (PIA).

Emails Released Prior to Kavanaugh's Nomination to the Supreme Court

2014-0039-F Emails Sent or Received by Assistants to the President on September 11, 2001 2014-0045-F Drafts of the Second Inaugural Address of President George W. Bush, delivered January 20, 2005 2014-0047-F Emails sent or received by Karl Rove that mention John Kerry, January 1, 2004 – November 4, 2004

2018-0263-F: Emails Processed in Response to Blumenthal v. NARA FOIA Litigation

Finding Aid2018-0263-F: Emails Processed in Response to Blumenthal v. NARA FOIA LitigationRequest InformationEmails responsive to this request are being released on a rolling basis in segments. Please check this page for updates. The materials in FOIA 2018-0263-F are a selective, not necessarily all inclusive, body of documents responsive to the topic of the FOIA. Researchers should consult the archivist about related materials.

2014-0048-F: Records on Lehman Brothers from September 11, 2008 to September 15, 2008

Records on Lehman Brothers from September 11, 2008 to September 15, 2008.