Dealey Plaza is a significant part of Dallas history. The site marks the birthplace of Dallas, in the 1840s. Hailed as “The Front Door of Dallas,” Dealey Plaza served as the major gateway to the city from the west and, equally important, as a symbol of civic pride. Later, in 1963 it was the location where JFK was assassinated. For even more history, check out The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza.