Ruth Paine House Museum — Attraction in Irving

For anyone interested in the events surrounding the assassination of JFK on Nov. 22, 1963, a visit to the Ruth Paine House Museum on 2515 W 5th Street in Irving, Texas, is definitely a must see. The City of Irving, its history consultants, and every one of the officials involved in preserving this piece of history are to be highly commended. Our guide, Kevin Kendro (also Project Archivist), was extremely informative in providing the history and background of the Paine and Oswald families and how the historical events of the assassination played out to forever affect the destinies of each of its members. He also showed us how every effort was made to make the house and its contents just as it was in November, 1963, via matching curtains, appliances, etc. from old family photos provided by Ruth Paine. Videos featuring actors portraying these family members added to the informative experience. The only thing I would add is clarification as to where the tour starts during the purchase of tickets for visits to The Ruth Paine House Museum. Visitors need to know that they are to meet the guide for the tour at the house itself (parking is ample) and NOT at the Irving Archives & Museum location (assuming tickets were already purchased online in advance). This is not made clear on the website and thus I had to call for clarification so as to not be late for the tour. It is my understanding that at one time, shuttle buses were used to take visitors to the house from the Irving Archives & Museum site but this is no...

The storytelling and the tour took me to the time in the 1960s. The story of Ruth Paine and her unwavering friendship with Marina Oswald that both did not only drastically changed their lives that one Friday, but also America. My tour guide was an amazing well-versed storyteller that brought the story to life, and the house tour was magnificent that will leave you imagine how the lives of Ruth and Marina were then in the 60s before the tragic assassination of JFK that tremendously affected their lives. I wish I could remember my tour guide's name so I can commend how awe-inspiring his story was. He also patiently waited for me. I was late for my scheduled tour, I wouldn't suggest to be late, though, he was nice to take extra time to fill in those few minutes that were lost. Also, the staff at the Archive Museum were hospitable and wonderful. If you were in Irving, TX or in Dallas for a visit, or even if you live in the area, take the time to schedule a tour to this little piece of...

Went on a tour of the Ruth Paine house this morning over in Irving and it was really fascinating! I'd consider myself as having a casual interest in the story surrounding the JFK assassination back in 1963, but I still found the tour to be very interesting. The house itself, from an interior design viewpoint is captivating, and being able to walk through a home that is basically a time capsule to the 60s was riveting. I was especially impressed with the knowledgeable tour guide, Kevin. He did an excellent job pointing out details and his storytelling skills are tops! He really made it come to life. On top of that, there are projected scenes playing in a few of the rooms that help capture the energy of what happened with the Oswalds that fateful November. Highly recommend making a reservation and adding this stop to your JFK...