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.
Photo: LBJ Library Photo by Frank Wolfe
- LocationJohnson City, TX
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursDaily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
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Weather now80°F Sunny
- Alerts 1 active alert
Overview
Topics
- Animals
- Architecture and Building
- Birds
- Birthplace
- Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite
- Farming and Agriculture
- Fire
- Fish
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- Geology
- Grasslands
- Groundwater
- Presidents
- Ranches
- River and Riparian
- Schools and Education
- Trails
Alerts (1)
Park ClosureTexas White House Complex Closure On January 2, 2024 the Texas White House Complex closed so the construction phase of the Texas White House rehabilitatio… Read more
On January 2, 2024 the Texas White House Complex closed so the construction phase of the Texas White House rehabilitation can begin. The LBJ Ranch driving tour remains open. Visitors can still see the school, cemetery, birthplace and showbarn.
Things to Do
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Facilities & Services
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Visitor Centers
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Hangar Visitor Center
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. The Texas White House Complex is…
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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. The Texas White House Complex is closed and not available for viewing. Visitors are welcome to drive the ranch loop and are encouraged to stop at the other sites including the Junction School, Johnson Family Cemetery, Reconstructed Birthplace, and Showbarn. Portable toilets are available at the Reconstructed Birthplace.
Other Visitor Services
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Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site Visitor Center
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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…
199 State Park Road 52, Stonewall, TX (830) 868-7128 Directions
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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 15-minute orientation film about the park is available. 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. -
Visitor Center and Park Headquarters
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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 visitor center…
100 Ladybird Lane, Johnson City, TX (830) 868-7128 Directions
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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 visitor center features exhibits on President Johnson's life and his legislative accomplishments as president. There are four films that can be viewed upon request. Two 30-minute films: "LBJ: The President" covers his presidential years and "Lady Bird" highlights her life and accomplishments. Two 15-minute films: "Park Orientation" and "Our Heart's Home."
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Daily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM · Johnson City District
Hours by area (3)
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Johnson City DistrictDaily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
The park is open every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
Monday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Tuesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday 9:00AM - 5:00PM -
LBJ RanchDaily, 9:00AM - 5:00PM
The LBJ Ranch is open every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. To enter the LBJ Ranch you must pick up a free driving permit from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm at the LBJ State Park and Historic Site visitor center. The entrance gate at the LBJ Ranch opens at 9:00 am and closes at 4:30 pm Exit gate closes at 5:00 pm.
Monday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Tuesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Wednesday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Thursday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 5:00PM Sunday 9:00AM - 5:00PM -
Johnson SettlementDaily, Sunrise to Sunset
Explore where Lyndon B. Johnson's grandparents settled in the 1860s. Event Center exhibit hall and restrooms are open 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Monday Sunrise to Sunset Tuesday Sunrise to Sunset Wednesday Sunrise to Sunset Thursday Sunrise to Sunset Friday Sunrise to Sunset Saturday Sunrise to Sunset Sunday Sunrise to Sunset
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Address
100 Ladybird LaneJohnson City, TX 78636
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Weather & conditions
80°F
Sunny · feels like 83°
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85° 68°
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91° 73°
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Wednesday
86° 72°
Patchy rain nearby59% rain
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What to expect by season
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 April and May. Summer: Temperatures range from 70 F to 95 F (21 C/35 C). Temperatures can exceed 100 F (38 C) in July and August. Lightweight clothing and sunscreen are advisable. Be prepared with plenty of water. Fall: Temperatures range from 45 F to 85 F (7 C/29 C). Winter: Temperatures range from 35 F to 65 F (2 C/18 C) . Snow and ice are rare.
Upcoming Events
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Tours of President Johnson's Boyhood Home
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Daily tours of the Boyhood Home explore Lyndon Johnson's childhood growing up in the rural, 1920s town of Johnson City, Texas. Tours start at the National Park Visitor Center in Johnson City at 100 Ladybird Lane.
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Visit the Junction School with a Ranger
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Meet a park ranger at the Junction School to talk about what learning was like for four-year-old Lyndon when he started his education in 1912. On April 11, 1965, President Lyndon Johnson returned to his first school to sign the Elementary and Secondary Education Act.
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Visit the Show Barn and meet a Hereford
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Meet a park ranger at the Show Barn and get up close and personal with members of the historic Hereford cattle herd. Learn about Lyndon Johnson's ranching history and enjoy the view from the highest point on the LBJ Ranch driving tour route.
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Night Skies Over the LBJ Ranch
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Discover the wonders of the night sky at Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park during Night Skies Over the LBJ Ranch on Saturday, November 7.
From 6:30 to 10 p.m. park rangers and members of Hill Country Astronomers will guide visitors through an evening of stargazing and exploration. Telescopes will provide views of stars, globular star clusters, and distant galaxies while participants learn about the importance of protecting dark skies.
Designated as an International Dark Sky Park in 2021, Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park offers visitors an opportunity to experience the beauty of the night sky. This event will take place on the LBJ Ranch Airstrip which provides a particularly good vantage point due to the wide-open space and unobstructed view of the sky.
Founded by a group of amateur astronomers in 2011, the Hill Country Astronomers’ educational mission encourages the public to learn about astronomy and space science. For more information, visit www.hillcountryastronomers.com.
What to Bring
- Weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes
- Water
- Lawn chairs or blankets for sitting and enjoying the starry skies
- Flashlights (red light setting preferred)
Logistics
Gates to the LBJ Ranch will open at 6:30 pm. Restrooms will be available.
Entry to the LBJ Ranch is located north of US Highway 290, just off of Ranch Road 1.
In case of inclement weather, participants with reservations will be notified of event updates. Updates will also be posted on the park website at www.nps.gov/lyjo and the park Facebook page at www.facebook.com/LBJohnsonNPS.
For information on night skies in national parks, visit www.nps.gov/subjects/nightskies/explore.htm.
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Commemoration of Lyndon Johnson's Birthday
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Join in recognizing the anniversary of Lyndon Johnson's birth by attending the annual wreathlaying ceremony at the Johnson Family Cemetery at 10:00 am.
To view the wreathlaying ceremony, stop first at the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park to pick up a free vehicle permit and map. The state park visitor center will open at 8:30 am. Upon leaving the state park, drive 1.5 miles east on Ranch Road 1 and cross the Pedernales River to the entrance gate of the LBJ Ranch. The gate opens at 9:00 am. The Johnson Family Cemetery is located just inside the ranch entrance. Please allow plenty of time to arrive at the cemetery prior to 10:00 am.
Photos
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For their 1972 Christmas card, the Johnsons stand outside the Texas White House with their dog Yuki. — LBJ Library Photo by Frank Wolfe -
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Getting There
Johnson City, TX 78636
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.
Full directions
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.
Mailing address: P.O. Box 329, Johnson City, TX 78636
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