Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park

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President and Mrs. Johnson stand with their small, white dog 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.
View of Texas White House from front lawn.
Because President Johnson spent one-fourth of his term a president in Texas, the press referred to this home as the "Texas White House"
View of a one-story, white-frame house surrounded by a white picket fence.
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.
A brown and white Hereford calf stands alongside the road as a car approaches from behind.
A park visitor meets one of the ranch's Hereford cattle while driving the tour route.
Luci Johnson (center in gray jersey) leads a bike tour
Many special events, such as the LBJ 100 bike ride, take place during the year.
Pink granite headstones mark the graves of President Lyndon Johnson and First Lady Lady Bird Johnson
Pink granite headstones mark the graves of President Lyndon Johnson and First Lady Lady Bird Johnson
President and Mrs. Johnson stand outside the Texas White House with dog Yuki.
For their 1972 Christmas card, the Johnsons stand outside the Texas White House with their dog Yuki.
The Pedernales River with tree-lined banks under a blue sky dotted with clouds.
The Pedernales River forms flows past the LBJ Ranch
An exterior view of a White and blue jet with presidential seal painted just below the cockpit.
One of the five Lockheed Jetstars in service during the Johnson Presidency is now on display at the LBJ Ranch..
Photos: National Park Service

About Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park

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.

Quick Facts

State Texas
Designation National Historical Park
State Code TX
Weather Overall, the park enjoys a sunny, mild climate during three seasons of the year. Spring: Temperatures range from 45 F to 85 F (7 C/29 C). Rain is common in…

Location & Map

Lyndon B Johnson National Historical Park is located in Texas.

Operating Hours

The park is open every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.

Wednesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Monday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM

Activities

Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Auto Junior Ranger Program Park Film Museum Exhibits Shopping Bookstore and Park Store

Getting There

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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Contact & Address

Address 100 Ladybird Lane, Johnson City, TX, 78636
Phone 8308687128
Email lyjo_information@nps.gov

Topics & Themes

Architecture and Building Birthplace Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite Farming and Agriculture Ranches Presidents Schools and Education Animals Birds Fish Fire Geology Groundwater Grasslands River and Riparian Trails

Visitor Centers

Hangar Visitor Center

The Hangar Visitor Center is closed while the park is in the middle of a major rehabilitation of the Texas White House and the Hangar.…

Hours: The Hangar Visitor Center is currently closed while the park is in the middle of a major rehabilitation of the Texas White House and the Hangar. Portable toilets are available at the Reconstructed Birthplace.

Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site Visitor Center

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…

Hours: Daily, year-round from 8:30am - 4:00 pm Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day

Visitor Center and Park Headquarters

Park staff are available to answer questions and help plan your visit. Maps of the Johnson City district and LBJ Ranch district are available. The…

Hours: Open Daily, year-round from 9:00am - 5:00 pm Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day

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