Located one block east of Dealey Plaza in Dallas, the John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza is dedicated. Discussion about a memorial at or near the site of the assassination began soon after the tragedy, and when consulted, the Kennedy family suggested something simple. Architect Philip Johnson designed a cenotaph, or open tomb, symbolizing the freedom of President Kennedy’s spirit. The memorial was delayed for several years due to fundraising and the construction of an underground parking garage at the site.

Image 1: Color slide #56 of the memorial in John F. Kennedy Memorial Plaza. George Reid Collection/the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

Image 2: Donation pamphlet for the Dallas John F. Kennedy Memorial Corporation. Parkland Hospital Collection/The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza