By: NICOLAS FIERRO
Salina Post
ABILENE - With the US Federal Government officially reopening on Wednesday, there is still no clear answer on when the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum will open back up its doors to the community.
According to the Abilene Convention & Visitors Bureau, there has been no confirmation made on when the library & museum will reopen.
Whenever you visit the website, a notification pops-up stating:
"The National Archives staff are working to restore full operations as quickly as possible. Our facilities around the country, including the Presidential libraries, will open to the public as soon as they are ready. Please check archives.gov for updates on the status of specific locations."
According to the National Archives, a presidential library (such as the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum) receives federal funding for its operation, maintenance, and upkeep as it is a part of the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) system.
However, the construction of the library was funded through private donations and public programs, and exhibits rely on financial support from the private Eisenhower Foundation and other non-federal sources.
These private foundations also provide continuing support for library programs and special events, such as conferences and exhibitions.
Salina Post will provide updates on when the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum, will officially reopen.