The George W. Bush Presidential Center on SMU’s campus has opened a sports history exhibit highlighting moments during and beyond the Bush administration, including audio of his post‑9/11 World Series first pitch.
Current displays focus on the Dallas Cowboys, with Mavericks artifacts scheduled to replace them next month, KRLD reported.
Visitors will discover powerful moments when sports united our nation—from President George W. Bush’s ceremonial first pitch at the World Series in New York just weeks after 9/11, to the enduring legacies of trailblazing athletes like Jesse Owens and Jackie Robinson, whose courage and excellence sparked profound change that reached far beyond the playing field.
The DX Brief
- New sports history exhibit at the George W. Bush Presidential Center on the SMU campus
- Current display features Dallas Cowboys artifacts, including Troy Aikman’s jersey, Michael Irvin’s shoes, and 1990s rings
- Exhibit includes audio of President Bush discussing his post‑9/11 World Series first pitch and advice from Derek Jeter
- Cowboys items will be replaced next month by Dallas Mavericks artifacts
Read the full article at KRLD
