Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library
Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library
Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library
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Speciality Museums • Libraries • History Museums
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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The Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library contains 15,000 linear feet of correspondence, research notes, published monographs, artifacts, photographs, scrapbooks, and memorabilia, by and about the United States’ 18th president, covering his early life, Civil War triumphs, presidency, and beyond. The 21,000 sq foot facility includes a museum dedicated to U. S. Grant.
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Discover774706
4 contributions
Feb 2022
Excellent small museum and library for one of the greatest American generals & presidents. Top floor of the very handsome MSU campus library. Excellent ephemera (letters, maps, diaries, handbills, etc), beautifully appointed (technical things like design, lighting, etc are excellent); surprisingly effective use of near-full-size mannequins which are evocative of the man and his times. Highly recommended.
Written February 12, 2022
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Dewayne P
Elizabethtown, KY1,818 contributions
Mar 2021
It is tucked away in a library at Mississippi State University, so you have to know it is there and want to go. It is free admission and they have a small gift shop or ability to make a donation. The museum is well done, laid out in a simple, easy to follow timeline from birth to death. There are some interesting documents and other pieces owned by the Grants along with tons of information via signs and interactive monitors.
Written March 23, 2021
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LisaAS6427PG
Atlanta, GA502 contributions
Jan 2023
Awesome museum! Really well designed, easy to explore an I learned a lot about his life and presidency. Also learned a lot about Grant's Tomb - his funeral and the honors that followed. This museum is well worth the stop. The library it is housed in is pretty fun to see as well. We paid $5 to park for a couple hours at the lot just a couple blocks away from it, and walked up to the library.
Written February 8, 2023
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Susan L
Chicago, United States86 contributions
Mar 2019
Highly recommend a visit to this Presidential Library. Honors Grant well. Very professional. A quality experience on many levels.
Written March 18, 2019
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Written March 19, 2019
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MandevilleDad
New Orleans, LA300 contributions
May 2018 • Family
Here for graduation and decided to tour the library. Impressive display of artifacts. I have been to some of the top museums in the world and the interactive nature of these exhibits rivals them all. So glad that Mississippi State has the expertise to attract quality additions such as this
Written May 26, 2018
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Jeanie K
New York City, NY69 contributions
Apr 2018 • Friends
We were so fortunate to visit this wonderful historical memorial to Ulysses S. Grant accompanied by John Marszalek. Previously we really knew little about Grant but now understand much better what he did for our country during a very turbulent time. It is amazing how many historical papers they still need to go thru to continue cataloguing their valuable information. One of the really cool things they have are all of the interactive displays (thank you Louis). Highly recommended.
Written April 26, 2018
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birdranger248
Durham, NC18 contributions
Aug 2019 • Friends
Went on a weekday and before school started, good idea. Parked at corner lot of Lee and Hardy Street at meter parking for $3.25. Short walk to museum, took about an hour and a half. Free admission into museum. Grant exhibits were really nice, all the interactive‘s and videos were worth the exploration. Lincoln stuff was neat too. A few souvenirs and friendly staff.
Written August 11, 2019
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Randy R
Columbia, MO73 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
Overall a good exhibit. Several interactive exhibits and a lot of static content.
Way more emphasis of the Civil War era than the presidential era. Arguably, this shaped and molded the perception about Grant, but he did serve two terms and less than half of the exhibit gave homage to those years.
There is also an exhibit of Lincoln memoriabilia from a private art collection. It was ok but not nearly as good as the Lincoln presidential library.
We spent a couple hours at the library and were pleased with the information presented.
Entry is free and part of the library on the gorgeous Mississippi State campus.
Way more emphasis of the Civil War era than the presidential era. Arguably, this shaped and molded the perception about Grant, but he did serve two terms and less than half of the exhibit gave homage to those years.
There is also an exhibit of Lincoln memoriabilia from a private art collection. It was ok but not nearly as good as the Lincoln presidential library.
We spent a couple hours at the library and were pleased with the information presented.
Entry is free and part of the library on the gorgeous Mississippi State campus.
Written April 12, 2019
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Etexan758
48 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
We’re trying to visit as many of the presidential libraries as possible and we’re glad we stopped and visited. Well presented. Unclear on why it’s located in Starkville MS, although they tried to explain. Parking more of a challenge than other libraries. This has been discussed in previous reviews. We chose to use the park and ride from the bookstore to the library. Yes, we had to pay for parking and it took longer, but it was worth it. If in the area, definitely need to plan on visiting.
Written April 9, 2019
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Raymond S
Keller, TX77 contributions
Sep 2018 • Couples
Admission is free an added plus is there is a section for Abraham Lincoln. This library is located on the Ole Miss campus which is closed on Sundays, game days, and government holidays.
Very interesting touch screens to learn more about Grant’s presidency and military service during the civil war. The entrance of the his library is about Grant as a Union general who defeated Robert E. Lee the confederate general.
Abraham Lincoln’s section also has a touch screen that gives more details about his assignation.
Very interesting touch screens to learn more about Grant’s presidency and military service during the civil war. The entrance of the his library is about Grant as a Union general who defeated Robert E. Lee the confederate general.
Abraham Lincoln’s section also has a touch screen that gives more details about his assignation.
Written September 10, 2018
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Libby4tigers
Auburn, AL1 contribution
Where do U park
Susan L
Chicago, United States86 contributions
Visitor parking is sign posted throughout campus. As with any college, beware of parking sticker restrictions. Enjoy.
Bill P
45 contributions
What hours is the US Grant library area open? Do you need an appointment? Information on website isn't clear.
Helen711
Atlanta, GA1,240 contributions
The U S Grant Library is inside the university library and follows their hours. No appointment is necessary. However, the new display won't be open until later this year and the current display is small but impressive with the kinds of original documents they have.
Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library (Starkville) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- Ulysses S. Grant Presidential Library is open:
- Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Sat - Sat 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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