Dallas - City Sights

Reunion Tower

What year was Reunion Tower completed?

1978

Which architectural firm designed Reunion Tower?

Welton Becket & Associates

What is the nickname commonly used by locals for Reunion Tower?

The Ball

How long does the elevator ride to the top of Reunion Tower take?

68 seconds

Which hotel is directly connected to Reunion Tower?

Hyatt Regency Dallas

What is the name of the observation deck at Reunion Tower?

GeO-Deck

How many LED fixtures illuminate the sphere at the top of Reunion Tower?

259

Which river is closest to Reunion Tower?

Trinity River

What type of structure forms the top of Reunion Tower, making it visually distinctive?

Geodesic dome

What was the main reason Reunion Tower was built in Dallas?

To serve as a landmark and observation point for a hotel complex

The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

The museum is housed in which historic building?

Texas School Book Depository

The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza marks the site of a pivotal moment in U.S. history. On what date was President John F. Kennedy assassinated?

November 22, 1963

Who was accused of assassinating President Kennedy?

Lee Harvey Oswald

Which floor of the building was the sniper's perch located?

Sixth

What type of rifle was used in the assassination?

6.5x52mm Carcano

In what year did The Sixth Floor Museum open to the public?

1989

Which U.S. President established the Warren Commission to investigate the assassination?

Lyndon B. Johnson

What is the primary focus of The Sixth Floor Museum's exhibits?

Life, assassination and legacy of President Kennedy

Which public plaza does the museum overlook?

Dealey Plaza

What architectural style characterizes the building of The Sixth Floor Museum?

Industrial red brick warehouse

Frontiers of Flight Museum

Which historic aircraft known for its unique design resembling a pancake is displayed at the museum?

Vought V-173 "Flying Pancake"

What is the primary mission of the Frontiers of Flight Museum?

Educate and inspire through aviation and space flight history

Which World War I aircraft replica can be found at the museum?

Sopwith Pup

The museum houses the command module from which Apollo mission?

Apollo 7

What type of aircraft is the Lear Fan 2100 on display at the museum?

Experimental business aircraft

Which major airport is adjacent to the Frontiers of Flight Museum?

Dallas Love Field

Who was a key figure in founding the museum by donating his aviation history collection?

George E. Haddaway

Which space-related artifact is part of the museum's collection?

Moon rock from Apollo 15

What educational programs does the museum offer to engage students?

STEM-focused curriculum

Which type of vehicle is the main focus of the exhibits at the Frontiers of Flight Museum?

Aircraft