Where Was JFK Shot in the Head
President John F. Kennedy was shot in the head while riding in an open-top limousine through Dealey Plaza in Dallas, Texas, on November 22, 1963.
Exact Location of the Head Shot
The fatal head wound occurred as the presidential motorcade passed the Texas School Book Depository building. The shots came from a window on the sixth floor of the depository, which is now part of the Dealey Plaza National Historic Landmark District.
Key Facts About the Shooting Site
The motorcade route turned onto Houston Street and then onto Elm Street, passing the depository. The area where the shots were fired is now open to visitors and is a major stop for historical tours of Dallas.
Where to Learn More
The National Archives and the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza provide official records and exhibits about the events of that day. For detailed documentation, visit National Archives JFK Collection.
