The library holds approximately 45 million pages of documents, including papers from the Johnson presidency and his time in Congress.
The building features a 10-story glass-enclosed archive space that acts as a visual centerpiece for the collection.
The replica of the Oval Office is furnished with period-accurate items, including the specific desk Johnson used.
The facility houses a collection of personal items from Lady Bird Johnson, documenting her role as First Lady and environmental activist.
The building's exterior is clad in Italian travertine marble, consistent with the university's architectural aesthetic of the era.
The LBJ Presidential Library is one of 15 presidential libraries administered by the National Archives and Records Administration. Located on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin, the 10-story facility houses 45 million pages of historical documents. The permanent exhibits focus on the political career of Lyndon B. Johnson and the socio-political climate of the 1960s. Visitors encounter a full-scale replica of the Oval Office as it appeared during the Johnson presidency. A central attraction is the Great Hall, which features a four-story glass-encased collection of archives. The museum explores major legislative milestones including the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act. Interactive displays provide context regarding the Vietnam War and the Great Society programs. The building was designed by Gordon Bunshaft and opened to the public in 1971.
Inside the replica Oval Office or in front of the four-story glass archive wall in the Great Hall.
Use the onsite parking garage, which offers free parking for library visitors with validation.
Check the official website for temporary exhibit rotations, as these change periodically throughout the year.
Spend time in the lobby area to view the massive, multi-story archive display which is not visible from the main exhibit floors.
Do not rush through the lower-level exhibits, as the most detailed historical documentation is located there.
Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
