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Dallas, Texas
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The building is famously known as the location from which Lee Harvey Oswald assassinated President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963.
Today, it houses The Sixth Floor Museum, which is dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of President Kennedy.
Constructed in 1901, the building showcases the Romanesque Revival architectural style, characterized by its robust and sturdy appearance.
Before becoming infamous, it served as a warehouse for the distribution of textbooks to schools across the state of Texas.
The Texas School Book Depository is situated in Dealey Plaza, which is a National Historic Landmark District.
After the assassination, the building continued to operate as a book depository until 1970, and it was later repurposed for various uses, including office spaces.
The Sixth Floor Museum offers educational programs and exhibits that explore the life, death, and legacy of President Kennedy.
In 1977, Dallas County purchased the building, ensuring its preservation and transformation into a museum.
