Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park

---Lyndon Baines Johnson

Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park tells the story of our 36th President beginning with his ancestors until his final resting place on his beloved LBJ Ranch. This entire "circle of life" gives the visitor a unique perspective into one of America's most noteworthy citizens by providing the most complete picture of any American president.

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President and Mrs. Johnson with Yuki in front of the Texas White House

The Johnsons pose with their dog Yuki in front of the Texas White House. This was one of several photos from which they would choose for their 1972 Christmas card.

Texas White House

Because President Johnson spent one-fourth of his term a president in Texas, the press referred to this home as the "Texas White House"

Boyhood Home

Lyndon Johnson was 5 years old when he moved to this home with his family. His childhood in a small rural town had great impact on his futur.

Touring the LBJ Ranch

A park visitor meets one of the ranch's Hereford cattle while driving the tour route.

Cyclists in the LBJ 100

Many special events, such as the LBJ 100 bike ride, take place during the year.

Gravestones for Lyndon and Lady Bird Johnson

Pink granite headstones mark the graves of President Lyndon Johnson and First Lady Lady Bird Johnson

Pedernales River

The Pedernales River forms flows past the LBJ Ranch

Lockheed Jetstar

One of the five Lockheed Jetstars in service during the Johnson Presidency is now on display at the LBJ Ranch..

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By car to National Park Headquarters and the Visitor Center in Johnson City:

From Austin, take Highway 290 west. From San Antonio, take Highway 281 north. From Fredericksburg, take Highway 290 east.

By car to the LBJ Ranch and LBJ State Park and Historic Site:

From Johnson City, take Highway 290 fourteen miles west to the LBJ State Park. From Fredericksburg, take Highway 290 sixteen miles east to the LBJ State Park.

The nearest major airports are in Austin and San Antonio.

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Hangar Visitor Center Visitor Center

The Airplane Hangar Visitor Center serves as the information station for the LBJ Ranch District. Numerous exhibit areas include displays on life and work at the ranch, on Lady Bird Johnson, and on the Space Race. The 14-minute film “Our Heart’s Home” plays three times each hour. Visitors can eavesdrop on excerpts of telephone calls that President Johnson made from the ranch to people such as Billy Graham and Martin Luther King, Jr. Western National Parks Association (WNPA) operates a bookstore here.

Park Headquarters and Visitor Center Facility

Park rangers and volunteers are available to answer questions and help plan your park visit. Maps of both the Johnson City district and LBJ Ranch district are available at the front desk. The visitor center also features exhibits on President Johnson's life and his legislative accomplishments as president. There are two 25-minute films in the visitor center that can be viewed upon request: "LBJ: The President" covers his presidential years and "Lady Bird" highlights her life and accomplishments.

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site Visitor Center Facility

The state park encompasses more than 700 acres. Staff at the visitor center provide information and answer questions about the state park and the Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm. Maps and free permits are issued here for driving tours of the nearby LBJ Ranch. A 26-minute, historic film on President Johnson at his Ranch shows on demand. A gift shop offers local souvenirs. Exhibits and displays on Texas pioneer life, the Hill Country and President Johnson are located in the nearby Exhibit Hall.

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